skid in WordNet English dictionary

1. a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
   brake shoe  shoe  skid 
   
2. an unexpected slide
   skid  slip  sideslip 
   
3. one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
   skid 
   

1. move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
   "the wheels skidded against the sidewalk"
   skid  slip  slue  slew  slide 
   
2. apply a brake or skid to
   skid 
   
3. elevate onto skids
   skid 
   
4. slide without control
   "the car skidded in the curve on the wet road"
   skid