sidewall

noun

side·​wall ˈsīd-ˌwȯl How to pronounce sidewall (audio)
1
: a wall forming the side of something
2
: the side of an automotive tire between the tread shoulder and the rim bead

Examples of sidewall in a Sentence

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Even with substantial airbag suspension to absorb rougher roads, the RST clunked around due to the 24-inch wheels and minimal sidewall flex from thin eco-friendly tires. Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 The ebike rolls on 20-inch wheels wearing 3-inch urban tires rocking reflective sidewalls. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 12 Mar. 2025 Learn more: How to wash your bicycle 3: Examine the tires First, check for worn tread or sidewall cracks and replace tires that have them. George Petras, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025 An oversized foldover tongue, an extended Nike Swoosh that wraps around the sidewall, and visible Nike Air units on the bottom all complete the TNPO model. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sidewall

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sidewall was in the 14th century

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“Sidewall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sidewall. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

sidewall

noun
side·​wall -ˌwȯl How to pronounce sidewall (audio)
1
: a wall forming the side of something
2
: the side of an automotive tire between the tread shoulder and the rim
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