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Definition of “sidewinder”

sidewinder (ˈsaɪdˌwaɪndə Pronunciation for sidewinder

Definitions

noun

  1. a North American rattlesnake, Crotalus cerastes, that moves forwards by a sideways looping motion
  2. (boxing, US) a heavy swinging blow from the side
  3. a US air-to-air missile using infrared homing aids in seeking its target

Example Sentences Including 'sidewinder'

George admitted she was not sure, but thought it was a sidewinder.
Keene, Carolyn The Secret of the Forgotten City

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