Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sliding

verb, adjective
/ˈslaɪ.dɪŋ/
Definition
The action of moving smoothly along a surface while maintaining continuous contact with it.
Examples
  • The children were sliding down the slide in the playground.
  • She is sliding into second base to avoid being tagged out.
  • The ice skater was sliding gracefully across the rink.
Meaning
To move or cause to move smoothly and quietly along a surface.
Synonyms
  • gliding
  • slipping
  • slithering
  • slumping
  • gliding down