aside
//əˈsaɪd//
Adverb
1
To one side; out of the way; away from the main position or direction.
She stepped aside to let him pass.
2
In reserve; for future use or consideration.
She put some money aside for emergencies.
3
Apart from the main topic or issue; parenthetically.
Aside from that, let me mention one more thing.
Noun
1
A remark or passage in a play that is intended to be heard by the audience but not by other characters on stage.
The actor delivered an aside to reveal his character's true feelings to the audience.
2
A remark made in an undertone or not intended to be heard by everyone present; a digression.
She made an aside to her colleague during the meeting.
Synonym
Preposition
1
Apart from; except for.
Aside from a few minor issues, the project was a success.