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to skid
01
(of a vehicle) to slide or slip uncontrollably, usually on a slippery surface
Intransitive
Examples
The car began to skid on the icy road.
The delivery van skidded momentarily on the oil spill, but the driver quickly corrected the course.
02
to slip or slide, often uncontrollably
Intransitive
Examples
The dancer incorporated a dramatic move into the routine, making her shoes skid across the polished stage.
The figure skater showcased impressive skills, making the blades skid across the ice.
03
to deliberately stop or slow the movement of wheels or similar objects by employing a block or wedge
Transitive: to skid a wheel
Examples
In the old days, teamsters would skid the wagon wheels on steep slopes.
The pioneer settlers would skid their wagons down treacherous mountain trails.
04
to move objects on skids
Transitive: to skid sth to a direction
Examples
The workers skidded the large crate across the warehouse floor.
The construction team decided to skid the steel beams into position on the construction site.
Skid
01
an uncontrolled or unexpected sliding movement, typically of a vehicle
Examples
The car went into a skid on the icy road.
He managed to recover from a skid without hitting the guardrail.
02
one of two planks forming a track for rolling or sliding objects
Examples
The workers placed skids under the crate to move it easily.
Logs were slid down the hillside on wooden skids.
03
a brake component that applies hydraulic force against a drum to slow wheel rotation
Examples
The mechanic checked the skids for wear in the braking system.
Hydraulic skids are essential for precise vehicle control.
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