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side

[saɪd]

side Definition

  • 1a position to the left or right of an object, place, or central point
  • 2one of the two surfaces of a flat object
  • 3a particular aspect or feature of something
  • 4a person's character or nature
  • 5a team or group in a sporting event or game

Using side: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "side" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She stood at the side of the road.

  • Example

    The car was parked on the side of the street.

  • Example

    One side of the coin has a picture of a president.

  • Example

    He has a dark side to his personality.

  • Example

    Which side are you on?

side Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using side

  • get on someone's good side

    to do things that make someone like or trust you

    Example

    If you want to get a promotion, you need to get on your boss's good side.

  • to have a humorous aspect or quality

    Example

    Even though the situation was serious, there was a funny side to it.

  • to behave in a way that does not upset or offend someone

    Example

    If you want to keep your job, you need to keep on the right side of your boss.

Phrases with side

  • in addition to one's main job or activity

    Example

    She works as a waitress on the side to earn extra money.

  • support one person or group involved in a dispute against another

    Example

    I don't want to take sides in their argument.

  • next to each other

    Example

    The two friends walked side by side down the street.

Origins of side

Old English 'sīde', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'zijde' and German 'Seite'.

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Summary: side in Brief

The term 'side' [saɪd] refers to a position to the left or right of an object or central point, or one of the two surfaces of a flat object. It can also denote a particular aspect or feature of something, a person's character or nature, or a team or group in a sporting event or game. Phrases like 'on the side' and 'take sides' extend its meaning, while idioms like 'get on someone's good side' and 'keep on the right side of someone' suggest social dynamics.

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