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noun

ˈsīd How to pronounce side (audio)
Definition of sidenext
1
as in flank
a place, space, or direction away from or beyond a central point or line will everyone who wants to sign up for volleyball please stand off to this side of the gym?

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2
as in aspect
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded examined the problem from all sides

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3
as in faction
a group of people acting together within a larger group our side won, and the club will have a holiday party after all

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side

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adjective

as in lateral
of, relating to, or located on one side please bring all deliveries to the side door

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side

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verb

1
as in to club

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2
as in to skin

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Recent Examples of side
Noun
Deputies responded to several locations in northeast Miami-Dade where Honda vehicles had been burglarized and their driver-side airbags removed. — Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026 The family's decision to return home to Harry's home country after six years in California shocked both sides of the Atlantic, sparking a range of reactions from confusion to celebration. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Adjective
The waistband has a button closure, and there are side seams and back flap pockets. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026 Its other features include a micro-mesh lining, an adjustable drawstring waist, and two side pockets. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
Wait to fertilize again until the developing fruits are about the size of a golf ball, at which time a nitrogen-rich fertilizer can be used to side dress plants. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 May 2026 From front doors to garage doors to siding to shutters, there are many paint choices to make for the exterior of your home, and despite being a smaller detail, shutters can stick out like a sore thumb if they're painted the wrong color. — Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for side
Recent Examples of Synonyms for side
  1. flank
  2. aspect
  3. faction
  4. lateral
  5. club
  6. skin
  7. top
  8. hand
Noun
  • Andoni Iraola’s side are still hoping to do a deal with Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola, who prefers to play on the left flank, having discussed a move all summer.
    — Jon Mackenzie, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The Grand Ditch, center, is seen along the flanks of the Never Summer Range in western Rocky Mountain National Park.
    — Logan Smith, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of flank
Noun
  • How experts can earn trust Experts cannot assume that others see them as trustworthy or that people will pay attention to them while ignoring sources who have demonstrated other aspects of trustworthiness.
    — John C. Besley, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Getting enough magnesium — a mineral involved in hundreds of bodily processes — can help support several aspects of health and overall well-being during this stage of life.
    — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of aspect
Noun
  • In the last decade and a half, a carrousel of feuding political factions took turns governing, all inadequately.
    — Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Even though the trade was out of Skubal’s control, a faction of the Tigers fan base — including this reporter’s rideshare driver from the airport — was upset Skubal never reached an agreement for a contract extension with Detroit (62-72).
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of faction
Adjective
  • The 80-year-old has primary lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurodegenerative disease similar to ALS, and relies on a walker.
    — Suzanne Le Mignot, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • This is matched with bright red branding which is seen on the lateral and medial Swoosh and Ja-frame components.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of lateral
Verb
  • Then in the seventh, Chisholm clubbed a two-run home run that served as the dagger.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Four players hit a home run, including rookie Luis Lara, who clubbed his first long ball as part of a 3-for-6 evening.
    — Johnny Flores Jr, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of club
Verb
  • Thanks to camelia, olive, rosehip, and turmeric, this formula improves collagen production, smooths wrinkles, reduces inflammation, speeds up healing, and firms skin.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026
  • If hunting or skinning animals, use gloves, and cook game meat thoroughly before eating.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of skin
Noun
  • Anna and Jude end up in the top, and Jude scores his third win.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Pinning down Pinhead One film has been at the top of the wish list of Horror Nights honchos for more than 10 years, Sauls said.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of top
Noun
  • Also in the courtroom was Davis’ son, who covered his face with one hand.
    — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Observing tips The September full moon is a perfect time to try your hand at astrophotography!
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of hand

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“Side.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/side. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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