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SKIDS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Skids.

Skids - 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 shoeshoe7

An unexpected slide

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideslip11slip6

Skids - 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)
slew7slide6slip6slue4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
glide7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The truck's tires locked up and left skids marks on the road."
"The mechanic recommended replacing the worn-out brake skids."
"The children were having fun sliding down the snowy skids in the park."
"The warehouse used skids to stack and transport the heavy boxes."
"The skater performed a series of impressive skids on the ice rink."
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Word Game Points

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

SKIDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SKIDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, skids is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SKIDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SKIDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, skids is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SKIDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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