Skid Definition

skid
noun
  1. one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
  2. a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
  3. an unexpected slide
verb
  1. slide without control; "the car skidded in the curve on the wet road"
  2. elevate onto skids
  3. apply a brake or skid to
  4. move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner; "the wheels skidded against the sidewalk"

"Skid" in song lyrics

See how skid is used in real songs:

  • "Cause I'm too nice to do bids or ever hit skid"
    Black Moon — I Got Cha Opin
  • "Cos the be on us like young chickens hittin' skid"
    Five Deez — Instruments of the Trade
  • "I pinned that he braked...he skid..."
    Krayzie Bone — Dummy Man

Words that rhyme with skid

Usage tips for "skid"

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