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Definition of sidetrip

sidetrip

/ˈsaɪd.trɪp/
side · trip
Plural:sidetrips
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Past Simple:sidetripped
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Past Participle:sidetripped
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Present Participle:sidetripping
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sidetrip Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A short excursion or secondary journey made away from the main route of a longer trip.

Example

"During our drive across the state, we took a quick sidetrip to visit a historic lighthouse."

2

A temporary digression or diversion from a primary topic, activity, or course of action.

Example

"The professor's lecture included a fascinating sidetrip into the history of ancient cartography."

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• verb

1

To take a short excursion away from a main route or digress from a primary course.

Example

"After the conference ended, we sidetripped to a nearby mountain town for the weekend."

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• Nearby Words

sidestroke
sideswipe
sidetrack
sidetrip
sidewalk
sidewall
sideward

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