Meaning of the word glide in English

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glide

US /ɡlaɪd/

UK /ɡlaɪd/

move with a smooth, continuous motion, typically with no apparent effort

Example:

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The swan seemed to glide effortlessly across the water.

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The dancer began to glide gracefully across the stage.

Synonym:

slide slip drift float sail

fly with no engine power, using air currents

Example:

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The eagle was able to glide for miles on the thermal currents.

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We watched the hang gliders glide silently down the valley.

Synonym:

soar float drift

a smooth, continuous movement

Example:

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The ice skater performed a beautiful glide across the rink.

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The aircraft made a smooth glide to the runway after engine failure.

Synonym:

slide drift flow

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Related Word:

hang-gliding