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onside

The English word “onside” has 7 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Not in an offside position; in the part of the playing area where one can legally play the ball, puck, etc.
  2. Within bounds.
  3. On the side of a vehicle from which the driver, paddler, etc. propels it.
  4. Favourably located, from the point of view of the player taking a finesse.
  5. In agreement or support; on board.

noun

  1. The portion of the playing area where one can legally play the ball, puck, etc.
  2. The side of a vehicle on which the driver primarily propels it.

Etymology

From on + side.

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