1. the side of a vehicle closest to the curb when driving on the left side of the road
Usage: British
2. the side of a horse closest to the person mounting or handling it
Usage: equestrian

1. located on or relating to the nearside
Usage: British

Examples

• The nearside mirror was damaged in the accident.
• She parked too close to the nearside kerb.
• The rider always mounts from the nearside of the horse.
• Check your nearside tyres for wear.
• The nearside door wouldn’t open properly.
• He approached the horse from the nearside as usual.