one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects

a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheels rotation

[ Syn: brake shoe , shoe ]

an unexpected slide

[ Syn: slip , sideslip ]

slide without control; the car skidded in the curve on the wet road'

elevate onto skids

apply a brake or skid to

move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner; the wheels skidded against the sidewalk

[ Syn: slip , slue , slew , slide ]