side
UK: saɪd | US: saɪd
n. one of the surfaces or edges of an object
n. a position or perspective in a debate or conflict
n. a sports team
adj. located on the left or right of something
The word "side" originates from Old English sīde, meaning "flank" or "edge," and is related to Old Norse síða and Dutch zijde. It has retained its core meaning of a lateral boundary or perspective throughout its evolution. Unlike many words, "side" is monomorphic—it cannot be broken into smaller meaningful morphemes in modern English. Its simplicity reflects its ancient Germanic roots, where it described physical and metaphorical boundaries (e.g., "the side of a hill" or "taking sides in an argument").
She sat on the left side of the room.
The box has six sides.
Which side do you support in the debate?
The team’s strong side is their defense.
He painted the side of the house blue.