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siding

[ˈsaɪdɪŋ]

siding Definition

  • 1a short railroad track used for storing and sorting freight cars
  • 2a short stretch of railway track that is connected to a main track and used for storing trains or to allow other trains to pass
  • 3a short section of material attached to the outside of a building, used to make it look attractive or to protect it from bad weather

Using siding: Examples

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

  • Example

    The train was parked on a siding while they waited for clearance to proceed.

  • Example

    The siding allowed the express train to pass the slower freight train.

  • Example

    The house was covered in wooden siding.

  • Example

    The contractor installed vinyl siding on the exterior of the building.

siding Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with siding

  • to support one person or group in an argument or dispute

    Example

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

  • in addition to a main job or activity

    Example

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

  • next to each other

    Example

    The two friends walked side by side down the street.

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Summary: siding in Brief

The term 'siding' [ˈsaɪdɪŋ] refers to a short railroad track used for storing and sorting freight cars, or a short stretch of railway track used for storing trains or allowing other trains to pass. It also refers to a short section of material attached to the outside of a building, used to make it look attractive or to protect it from bad weather. Examples include 'The train was parked on a siding while they waited for clearance to proceed,' and 'The house was covered in wooden siding.'