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OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

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Oxford English Dictionary (OED): How to Pronounce ‘Aside’ with Meaning and Definition

Word: Aside

Pronunciation: /əˈsaɪd/

Meaning and Definition:

  1. As an Adverb:

    • To one side; out of the way.
      • Example: She stepped aside to let the others pass.
    • In a whisper or private manner.
      • Example: He spoke aside to his friend.
  2. As a Noun:

    • A remark or comment spoken quietly, intended only for the audience or oneself, not the main audience.
      • Example: The actor’s humorous aside amused the audience.

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OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION

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Here’s a detailed explanation of the word “aside” based on the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) style — including pronunciation, meaning, definition, and examples.


Word: aside


Pronunciation:

Pronounce it like: “uh-side” (rhyming with “ride”)


Part of Speech:


Meanings and Definitions (OED Style):

As an Adverb:

  1. To one side; out of the way
    Used to describe something placed or moved to the side.

    Example:

    She pushed the curtain aside and looked out the window.

  2. Out of direct attention; in reserve or exclusion
    Something kept separate or not considered right now.

    Example:

    Let’s set that argument aside and focus on the solution.

  3. In a whisper or private manner (theatrical use)
    A remark not heard by other characters on stage, but intended for the audience.

    Example:

    The actor spoke aside to reveal his true feelings.


As a Noun:

  1. A remark that is not directly related to the main topic
    A brief digression or comment.

    Example:

    The speaker made a humorous aside before returning to the topic.

  2. In theatre, an actor’s remark spoken to the audience
    Other characters pretend not to hear it.

    Example:

    Hamlet’s aside helps the audience understand his inner thoughts.


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OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ASIDE – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION