Sideswipe (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), side·swiped, side·swip·ing.
  1. to scrape or hit with a sweeping stroke along the side: That car must’ve sideswiped mine when it backed out of the parking space.
noun
  1. a sweeping stroke or scrape along the side: We can fix that sideswipe and repaint the car door for a reasonable price.By checking your mirror before changing lanes, you can avoid sideswipes.
noun
  1. a glancing blow or hit along or from the side
  2. an unexpected criticism of someone or something while discussing another subject
verb
  1. to strike (someone) with such a blow
Sideswipe (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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