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Etymology
1. astride
adverb. ['əˈstraɪd'] with one leg on each side.
Etymology
- a- (English)
- a- (Anglo-Norman)
- stride (English)
- stridan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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Words that Rhyme with Astride
- oversupplied
- subdivide
- nationwide
- misapplied
- europewide
- worldwide
- westside
- stateside
- mcbryde
- mcbride
- malahide
- macbride
- complied
- coincide
- alongside
- untried
- supplied
- subside
- retried
- replied
- provide
- preside
- pool-side
- misguide
- liquide
- implied
- decried
- confide
- upside
- untied
Example sentences of the word astride
1. Preposition or subordinating conjunction
The idea of cruising down the highway, wind in the hair, astride a motorcycle appeals to many.
2. Adverb
When you use a bidet, you sit on it with your legs astride, facing the faucet.