SIDESLIP


Meaning of SIDESLIP in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ intransitive verb

Etymology: side (III) + slip

: to slip or skid sideways: as

a. : to skid sideways — used especially of an automobile or cycle

b. : to slide sideways through the air in a downward direction along an inclined lateral axis ; especially : to slide in such a manner while turning — used of something (as an airplane) in flight

c. : to slide sideways in a downward direction in skiing (as by slightly advancing one ski and edging both skiis slightly for retardation)

II. noun

1. : the action of sideslipping

2. : an instance of sideslipping

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