Side panel: meaning, definitions and examples

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side panel

 

[ saɪd ˈpænəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

computer interface

A side panel is a graphical user interface element that displays options or information related to the main content on the screen.

Synonyms

side menu, sidebar

Examples of usage

  • The side panel on the website allows users to navigate to different sections easily.
  • The side panel of the application shows real-time updates on the stock market.
  • The side panel can be customized to suit the user's preferences.
Context #2 | Noun

automobile

In an automobile, the side panel refers to the exterior panel of the vehicle that covers the area between the front and rear wheels.

Synonyms

fender, quarter panel

Examples of usage

  • The side panel of the car got dented in a minor accident.
  • The side panel of the truck was painted in a contrasting color.

Translations

Translations of the word "side panel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 painel lateral

🇮🇳 साइड पैनल

🇩🇪 Seitenleiste

🇮🇩 panel samping

🇺🇦 бічна панель

🇵🇱 panel boczny

🇯🇵 サイドパネル

🇫🇷 panneau latéral

🇪🇸 panel lateral

🇹🇷 yan panel

🇰🇷 사이드 패널

🇸🇦 لوحة جانبية

🇨🇿 boční panel

🇸🇰 bočný panel

🇨🇳 侧边栏

🇸🇮 stranska plošča

🇮🇸 hliðarpanel

🇰🇿 бүйір панелі

🇬🇪 გვერდითი პანელი

🇦🇿 yan panel

🇲🇽 panel lateral

Word origin

The term 'side panel' originated in the late 20th century with the advent of graphical user interfaces in computing. It has since been adopted in various fields, including automotive design. The concept of displaying additional information or options in a separate panel alongside the main content has become a common design pattern in user interfaces.