Glossary of landform and geologic terms. 2013.
skid — [skid] n. [Early ModE, prob. < ON skith: see SKI ] ☆ 1. a plank, log, etc., often one of a pair or set, used as a support or as a track upon which to slide or roll a heavy object 2. a low, movable wooden platform for holding loads or stacks 3 … English World dictionary
skid road — ☆ skid road n. 1. in lumbering, a trail along which newly cut logs are skidded 2. a) West a section of town where loggers gathered in taverns, inns, etc. b) SKID ROW * * * … Universalium
skid road — ☆ skid road n. 1. in lumbering, a trail along which newly cut logs are skidded 2. a) West a section of town where loggers gathered in taverns, inns, etc. b) SKID ROW … English World dictionary
Skid plate — A skid plate is a steel plate affixed to the underside of a vehicle to prevent damage to key components in the undercarriage. Skid plates are most frequently found on four wheel drive vehicles designed for off road use. Without protection,… … Wikipedia
Skid cone — In forestry a skid cone is a device that prevents logs from being stopped by roots, stumps or residual trees while being harvested. It also protects valuable trees along the path from being damaged. Operator safety is enhanced, as the cone… … Wikipedia
fender skid — noun : a log placed on the lower side of a skidding trail to keep the logs on the trail … Useful english dictionary
skidding trail — noun Etymology: skidding from gerund of skid (II) : the path of a log being skidded … Useful english dictionary
log landing — A comparatively level area, usually with road access, constructed or cut into steeper slopes and used for sorting logs during timber harvest operations. Compare: skid trail. SW … Glossary of landform and geologic terms
Bicycle and motorcycle dynamics — A computer generated, simplified model of bike and rider demonstrating an uncontrolled right turn. An … Wikipedia
Thin Lizzy — Phil Lynott à Oslo, Norvège, le 22 avril 1980 Pays d’origine Dublin … Wikipédia en Français
