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SKIDDING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Skidding.

Skidding - as a noun

One of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects

A restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brake shoeshoe

An unexpected slide

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideslipslip

Skidding - as a verb

Slide without control

Example: "The car skidded in the curve on the wet road"

Elevate onto skids

Apply a brake or skid to

Move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner

Example: "The wheels skidded against the sidewalk"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slewslideslipslue
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
glide
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The skidding of the car was caused by the icy road."
"The skidding of the bicycle resulted in a minor accident."
"He narrowly avoided a skidding when he applied the brakes in time."
"The skidding of the truck caused a traffic jam on the highway."
"The skidding of the car left tire marks on the pavement."
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Word Game Points

Is SKIDDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, skidding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SKIDDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SKIDDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, skidding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SKIDDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is SKIDDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, skidding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SKIDDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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