Nearside

Nearside

NEARSIDE /ˈnɪəside/
Noun United Kingdom

The side of the car that’s closest to the curb.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Nearside, that is."
"I've never seen such a Nearside in all my life."

Etymology & History

British left side or passenger side. British positional terminology. Nearside lane British inside lane. Vehicle nearside British kerb side. Offside British opposite. Reflects British driving side vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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