noun
one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
noun
a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
Synonyms
noun
an unexpected slide
Synonyms
verb
slide without control
Examples
- the car skidded in the curve on the wet road
verb
apply a brake or skid to
verb
move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
Synonyms
Examples
- the wheels skidded against the sidewalk