sidewall

[sahyd-wawl]

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

/ ˈsaɪdˌwɔːl /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of sidewall¹

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

Example Sentences

“There is beauty in the sidewall and the neighbor’s trees. The views extend the house outwards.”

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There, Boeing mechanics and quality inspectors complete the cabin interior — adding wiring, insulation, sidewalls, seats, galley and lavatories.

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To access each door plug, mechanics removed two rows of seats and the sidewall.

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Other photos show part of the passenger cabin sidewall around the hole was torn off, exposing insulation material.

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Otherwise, the hole is sealed with a plug, and from the inside it is covered by a sidewall.

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