Of pertaining to transgression; involving a
transgression.
1. Coming from, being on, or directed toward, the side; as, collateral pressure. "Collateral light." Shak. 2. Acting in an indirect way. If by direct or by collateral hand They find us touched, we will our kingdom give . . . To you in satisfaction. Shak. 3. Related to, but not strictly a part of, the main thing or matter under con...