skid

The action of sliding or slipping over a surface, often sideways.

A plank, log, or timber, usually one of a pair, used as a support or as a track for sliding or rolling heavy objects.

A pallet for loading or handling goods, especially one having solid sideboards and no bottom.

One of several logs or timbers forming a skid road.

A wooden framework attached to the side of a ship to prevent damage, as when unloading.

A shoe or drag applying pressure to a wheel to brake a vehicle.

A runner in the landing gear of certain aircraft.

A period of sharp decline or repeated losses.