Sides: meaning, definitions and examples
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sides
[ saɪdz ]
geometry
The two equal length lines that form the boundaries of a two-dimensional shape.
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Examples of usage
- The square has four equal sides.
- A triangle has three sides.
team
A particular aspect or feature of a situation, person, or thing.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The creative side of her personality.
- Let's look at the positive side of this issue.
argument
One of the opposing parties or groups in a conflict or dispute.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Which side are you on in this debate?
- The two sides finally reached a compromise.
Translations
Translations of the word "sides" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lados
🇮🇳 पक्ष
🇩🇪 Seiten
🇮🇩 sisi
🇺🇦 боки
🇵🇱 boki
🇯🇵 側面
🇫🇷 côtés
🇪🇸 lados
🇹🇷 taraflar
🇰🇷 측면
🇸🇦 جوانب
🇨🇿 strany
🇸🇰 strany
🇨🇳 边
🇸🇮 strani
🇮🇸 hliðar
🇰🇿 жақтар
🇬🇪 გვერდები
🇦🇿 tərəflər
🇲🇽 lados
Word origin
The word 'side' originated from Old English 'sīde' and is related to the Old High German 'sīta'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to refer to the boundaries of shapes, aspects of situations, and opposing parties in conflicts. The concept of 'taking sides' has been a fundamental aspect of human relationships and decision-making processes throughout history.
See also: aside, beside, downside, inside, outsider, side, sidearm, sidebar, sidekick, sideline, sidelong, sidewalk, sideward, sideways, siding, subside.