/ring"suyd'/ , n.
1. the area immediately surrounding a ring, esp. the area occupied by the first row of seats on all sides of a boxing or wrestling ring.
2. any place providing a close view.
adj.
3. in or pertaining to the area immediately surrounding a ring or arena.
4. close to the point of action; having a close view.
[ 1865-75; RING 1 + SIDE 1 ]