aside

Definition

To or on one side so as to be out of the way.

Etymology

From Middle English aside, asyde, a-side, oside, from Middle English on side, from Old English on sīdan (literally “on (the) side (of)”), equivalent to a- + side. Compare beside.

Example Sentences

• "Move aside, please, so that these people can come through."
• "But soft! but soft! aside: here comes the king."
• "[…] and thou shalt set aside that which is full."