skid skid /ˈskɪd/

noun

1. An unexpected slide  ( sideslip , skid , slip )
   an unexpected slide
   
2. A restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation  ( brake shoe , shoe , skid )
   a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
   
   
3. One of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects  ( skid )
   one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
   

verb

1. () Slide without control  ( skid )
   slide without control
    The car skidded in the curve on the wet road
   the car skidded in the curve on the wet road
   
2. Move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner  ( skid , slew , slue , slide , slip )
   move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
    The wheels skidded against the sidewalk
   the wheels skidded against the sidewalk
   
3. Apply a brake or skid to  ( skid )
   apply a brake or skid to
   
4. Elevate onto skids  ( skid )
   elevate onto skids