Meaning of the word sidetrack in English
What does sidetrack mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sidetrack
US /ˈsaɪd.træk/
UK /ˈsaɪd.træk/
Verb
1.
to direct a person's attention away from an activity or subject toward another one that is less important:
Example:
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Ruth was looking for an envelope in a drawer when she was sidetracked by some old letters.
Noun
1.
the act of sidetracking someone, or an example of this:
Example:
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I'm dealing with the points in order, but I keep going off on a sidetrack.
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