Meaning & Definition of word "Aside"

Aside

/əˈsaɪd/

1. A remark or comment made as if by a character in a play that is not heard by other characters.
- Example: The actor delivered an aside that made the audience laugh.
2. A side issue or comment that is not central to the main topic.
- Example: Her aside about the weather was amusing, but it was tangential to the discussion.

1. To one side; out of the way.
- Example: She stepped aside to let the bus pass.
2. In reserve; in addition; as a separate topic.
- Example: Aside from his regular duties, he also manages the social media accounts.

Middle English, from Old French 'à part', meaning 'to one side'.

put aside:

To set something down temporarily.

set aside:

To reserve or not consider something at the moment.

aside comment:

A remark made not intended to be part of the main discussion.

aside:

To one side; not in the main action.

side:

A position or place that is perpendicular to the main direction.

apart:

Separated from something; not a part of.

Meaning: A secret or informal remark made privately.

Example Sentence: He gave me the scoop aside during lunch.

Meaning: A distraction from the main topic.

Example Sentence: Let's not get into that aside, we need to focus on the task.