Pronunciation

/saɪd/

Definitions

Noun

1. Side: A long, narrow part or division of something, especially one of two or more parallel parts that together make up the whole. For example: “The house has a large garden on both sides.”
2. Aspect: A particular point of view or direction. For example: “She saw the problem from a different side.”
3. Team: In sports, a group of players who play together on one side of the field or court. For example: “Each team consists of five players on the side.”
4. Sidelight: A window placed to one side of a door or window, providing light. For example: “The room had beautiful stained-glass sidelights.”
5. Opinion: A personal viewpoint or belief. For example: “Everyone’s opinion differs on how to handle the situation.”

Verb

1. To side with: To support or agree with someone or a particular viewpoint. For example: “Many people side with the environmental cause.”
2. To be on someone’s side: To be in favor of or supportive of a person or situation. For example: “I’ll always be on your side, no matter what happens.”

Phrases

• “Take a side” means to choose a position or opinion.
• “On the same side” indicates agreement or alliance.
• “Stand by someone’s side” means to be there for emotional or physical support.
• “See things from someone’s side” means to understand their perspective.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The bookcases were placed against opposite sides of the room.”
• Verb: “He decided to side with his mother in the argument.”
• Interjection: “Let’s meet on the side of the road after the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Edge
• Boundary
• Partition
• Alignment
• Support
• Advocate
• Back
• Align oneself
• Favor