The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word SKIDS
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What does SKIDS mean?
SKIDS noun- An out-of-control sliding motion as would result from applying the brakes too hard in a car.
- A shoe or clog, as of iron, attached to a chain, and placed under the wheel of a wagon to prevent its turning when descending a steep hill; a drag; a skidpan.
- (by extension) A hook attached to a chain, used for the same purpose.
- A piece of timber or other material used as a support, or to receive pressure.
- To slide in an uncontrolled manner as in a car with the brakes applied too hard.
- To protect or support with a skid or skids.
- To cause to move on skids.
- To check or halt (wagon wheels, etc.) with a skid.
- A stepchild.