wayside
Wayside (noun) means the edge of a road or path. Example: “A wildflower grew at the wayside.”
How to use wayside
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe edge of a road, or something located there. Usually seen in the phrase "fall by the wayside" (to be abandoned or forgotten).
Word forms
waysides plural
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Etymology
From Middle English waye syde — literally "way" plus "side."
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What does “wayside” mean?
The word “wayside” means the edge of a road or path. In plain terms, the edge of a road, or something located there. Usually seen in the phrase "fall by the wayside" (to be abandoned or forgotten).
How do you pronounce “wayside”?
“Wayside” is pronounced WAY-syd (/ˈweɪsaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “wayside” in a sentence?
Here is “wayside” used in a sentence: “A wildflower grew at the wayside.”
What part of speech is “wayside”?
Depending on how it is used, “wayside” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “wayside” come from?
The word “wayside” comes from Middle English. From Middle English waye syde — literally "way" plus "side.".
How many meanings does “wayside” have?
“Wayside” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the edge of a road or path.
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