/skid"euhr/ , n.
1. a person or thing that skids.
2. Mach. a type of four-wheel tractor equipped with a grapple, used to haul logs or timber, esp. over rough terrain.
3. Slang.
a. a person who is moving toward or has reached a less desirable status, condition, etc.
b. a vagrant who lives on the streets or frequents skid row.
[ 1865-70; SKID + -ER 1 ]