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Definition of sidecut

sidecut

/ˈsaɪd.kʌt/
side · cut
Plural:sidecuts
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sidecut Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The inward curve along the side edges of a ski or snowboard, designed to help the rider execute smoother, tighter turns.

Example

"A ski with a deeper sidecut allows for much sharper carving on groomed mountain trails."

2

A hairstyle in which the hair on one or both sides of the head is shaved or buzzed very short while the hair on the top is left long.

Example

"She decided to get a bold sidecut for the summer while keeping her remaining hair shoulder-length."

3

North American An excavation made into the side of a hill or slope to create a level bed for a road, railway, or logging trail.

Example

"The engineers excavated a narrow sidecut along the steep ridge to build the mountain access road."

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• Nearby Words

sideburns
sidecar
sidechair
sidecut
sidecutters
sidekick
sidelight

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sidecut. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sidecut
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