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sidewall

American  
[sahyd-wawl] / ˈsaɪdˌwɔl /

noun

  1. the part of a pneumatic tire between the edge of the tread and the rim of the wheel.

  2. a wall that serves as the side of a structure.

  3. the side part of the upper of a shoe.


sidewall British  
/ ˈsaɪdˌwɔːl /

noun

  1. either of the sides of a pneumatic tyre between the tread and the rim

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of sidewall

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at side 1, wall

Example Sentences

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"This issue has likely been caused by the high-frequency interference between the tyre sidewall and the 50mm 'pyramid' kerbs used extensively at this circuit, aggravated by the propensity to ride those kerbs."

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2023

Heavy and overloaded vehicles in extreme heat are particularly susceptible to sidewall blowouts, according to Chicago-based United Tires, a nationwide used-tire seller.

From Scientific American • Aug. 18, 2023

Bridgestone race tire engineers decided to use the guayule rubber in the entire sidewall because that area is made up of the most natural rubber.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 5, 2022

The recommended pressure stamped into every tire’s sidewall, is a rough guideline.

From Washington Post • May 9, 2022

“You want us to tie it back down?” says Grady, pointing at the flapping sidewall.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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