Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glide
verb
/ɡlaɪd/
Definition
To move smoothly and effortlessly through the air or across a surface.
Examples
- The swan glided across the lake with elegance.
- The athlete glided swiftly to the finish line, leaving competitors behind.
- The kite glided on the breeze, soaring high above the park.
Meaning
Gliding refers to a manner of moving that is graceful and free from interruption.
Synonyms
- Float
- Slide
- Soar
- Sail