Sidetrack

v. t.	1.	(Railroads) To transfer to a siding from a main line of track. [imp. & p. p. Sidetracked ; p. pr. & vb. n. Sidetracking.]
	2.	Hence, fig., to divert or reduce to a position or condition that is relatively secondary or subordinate in activity, importance, effectiveness, or the like; to switch off; to turn aside, as from a purpose. Such a project was, in fact, sidetracked in favor of the census of school children. - Pop. Sci. Monthly.

Noun	1.	sidetrack - a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass Synonyms: railroad siding, siding, turnout
Verb	1.	sidetrack - wander from a direct or straight course Synonyms: straggle, digress, depart

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