The side of the car that’s closest to the curb.
Nearside
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
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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