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Synonyms & Similar Words
boundary
perimeter
border
edge
fringe
margin
periphery
outskirts
circumference
limit
frontier
threshold
sideline
borderland
marches
frontier zone
outer edge
outer limit
extremity
boundary line
dividing line
demarcation line
perimeter fence
perimeter wall
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limit line
edge line
fringe area
marginal area
peripheral area
outer area
Meaning of Sideline
The primary meaning of the word "sideline" refers to an area or line marking the edge or boundary of a sports field, or a secondary or supplementary activity or interest.
Definitions
- A line marking the edge of a sports field, especially a football or soccer field
- * An activity or interest that is secondary or supplementary to one's main occupation or activity
- * To remove someone from a position of power or influence, or to prevent them from participating in an activity
Etymology of Sideline
The word "sideline" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the phrase "side line," referring to a line marking the edge of a sports field
Initially used in American English, the term has since been adopted in other varieties of English to refer to secondary or supplementary activities or interests
Example Uses
- The coach stood on the sideline, yelling instructions to the players
- * Her main job is teaching, but she has a sideline as a freelance writer
- * The company's sideline business in software development has been very successful