noun one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects.
noun a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation.
— synonyms: brake_shoe, shoe
noun an unexpected slide.
— synonyms: slip, sideslip
verb slide without control.
verb elevate onto skids.
verb apply a brake or skid to.
verb move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner.
— synonyms: slip, slue, slew, slide
Examples
“Just before hitting the guardrail the driver was able to regain control and pull out of the skid.”
“They skidded around the corner and accelerated up the street.”