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 sideline sideline /ˈsaɪdˌlaɪn/

noun

  1. An auxiliary activity  ( avocation , by-line , pursuit , hobby , sideline , spare-time activity )
    an auxiliary activity
     Painting miniature figurines is his favorite hobby.
    Painting miniature figurines is his favorite hobby.
  2. An auxiliary line of merchandise  ( sideline )
    an auxiliary line of merchandise
  3. A line that marks the side boundary of a playing field  ( out of bounds , sideline )
    a line that marks the side boundary of a playing field
     The coach shouted instructions from the sideline during the game
    The coach shouted instructions from the sideline during the game

verb

  1. Remove from the center of activity or attention; place into an inferior position  ( sideline )
    remove from the center of activity or attention; place into an inferior position
     The outspoken cabinet member was sidelined by the President
    The outspoken cabinet member was sidelined by the President