skid

  1. Noun.  An out of control sliding motion as would result from applying the brakes too hard in a car.
  2. Noun.  A runner of a sled.
  3. Noun.  A ski shaped runner or supporting surface as found on a helicopter or other aircraft in place of wheels.
  4. Noun.  A basic form of a wood or plastic platform for the storage and transport of goods, machinery or equipment, later developed into pallet.
  5. Verb.  (intransitive) To slide in an uncontrolled manner as in a car with the brakes applied too hard.

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