How to Pronounce "sideswiped"
word
ˈsaɪdˌswaɪpt
SYDE-swyped
sˈaɪdswaɪpt
SYDE-swyped
Definition
To hit or scrape along the side of something, usually another vehicle, while moving. It often happens when two vehicles pass too closely beside each other.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪdˌswaɪpt
British English
sˈaɪdswaɪpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SYDE-swyped
UK
SYDE-swyped
Listen in Context
Another car sideswiped ours in the parking lot.
The truck sideswiped a tree and kept going.
He sideswiped a parked car while turning the corner.
I almost sideswiped that taxi because it changed lanes suddenly.