noun

skidding

SKIH-dihng

Skidding (noun) means the act of sliding out of control, especially of a vehicle. Example: “Skidding on the wet leaves nearly caused a crash.”

noun

The act of sliding out of control, especially of a vehicle.

"Skidding on the wet leaves nearly caused a crash."

In logging, the process of dragging cut trees out of a forest.

"The crew spent the morning skidding logs to the loading area."

How to use skidding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSliding out of control, or (in forestry) hauling felled logs out of the woods.

Word forms

skiddings plural

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Rhymes for skidding

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Frequently asked questions

What does “skidding” mean?

The word “skidding” means the act of sliding out of control, especially of a vehicle. In plain terms, sliding out of control, or (in forestry) hauling felled logs out of the woods.

How do you pronounce “skidding”?

“Skidding” is pronounced SKIH-dihng (/ˈskɪdɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “skidding” in a sentence?

Here is “skidding” used in a sentence: “Skidding on the wet leaves nearly caused a crash.”

What part of speech is “skidding”?

“Skidding” is a noun.

How many meanings does “skidding” have?

“Skidding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of sliding out of control, especially of a vehicle.