Sidewall
(noun)
The wall of a building that is perpendicular to the street and that is located at the side of the building.
Origin:
Derived from the noun 'side' and the noun 'wall'.
Examples:
- The sidewalk in front of the building is narrow due to the presence of the sidewall of the building.
- The sidewall of the tires provide protection and stability to the vehicle while driving.
- The sidewall of the pool must be strong enough to contain the water pressure inside the pool.
- The sidewall of the aircraft must be sturdy enough to withstand the pressure changes during flight.
- The sidewall of the dam must be built with the right materials to hold back the water.