At the side of; next to.
In comparison with: a proposal that seems quite reasonable beside the others.
On an equal footing with: has earned a place beside the best performers in the business.
In addition to: "Many creatures beside man live in communities" (Stuart Chase). See Usage Note at besides.
Except for. See Usage Note at besides.
Not relevant to: a remark that was beside the point.
In addition.
Nearby.
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