sideling Meaning & Definition
What Does Sideling Mean?
As an adjective, sideling means directed toward one side. It is also used to mean inclined; having an inclination. As an adverb, it means in a sidelong direction. As a noun, it means Archaic form of siding (“side branch of railway track”).
Word Facts for Sideling
| Part of speech | adjective, adverb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | oblique, sloping and sideways |
| Plural | sidelings |
| Comparative / superlative | more sideling, most sideling |
Sideling Definition (Adjective)
- directed toward one side
- inclined; having an inclination
Sideling as an Adverb
- in a sidelong direction
- obliquely; askew
Sideling as a Noun
- Archaic form of siding (“side branch of railway track”).
Synonyms of Sideling
Sideling synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
sideling (comparative more sideling, superlative most sideling)
sideling (plural sidelings)
Words That Rhyme With Sideling
Origin of Sideling
Origin 1: From Middle English sidlyng (early 14th century), from side + -lyng (modern English side + -ling).
Origin 2: From Middle English sideling, sidelinge, equivalent to side + -ling.
Sideling: Your Questions Answered
Is sideling an adjective or an adverb?
Sideling is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as an adverb and a noun.
What is another word for sideling?
You can replace sideling with words such as oblique, sloping and sideways. See the full list of sideling synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of sideling?
The plural of sideling is sidelings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of sideling?
The comparative form is more sideling and the superlative form is most sideling.