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to skid
01
(of a vehicle) to slide or slip uncontrollably, usually on a slippery surface
Intransitive
Example
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
Example
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
Example
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
Example
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 unexpected slide
02
one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
03
a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
