sidelong
side
ˈsaɪd
said
long
lɑ:ng
laang
/sˈa‍ɪdlɒŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "sidelong"in English

sidelong
01

(of a look) indirectly and out of the corner of one's eye

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most sidelong
Comparative
more sidelong
gradable
Examples
She gave him a sidelong glance when she heard the comment he made.
02

positioned at an angle to the front or main direction

Examples
She gave him a sidelong glance, trying to gauge his reaction.
03

situated at or extending to the side

sidelong
01

in a manner that is indirect or at an angle

Grammatical Information
Examples
The car swerved sidelong to avoid the puddle.
02

with the side toward someone or something

03

on the side

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