Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glissade
noun
/ɡlɪˈsɑːd/
Definition
A glissade is a movement or technique in dance and skiing where one slides down a surface, often with grace and fluidity.
Examples
- She performed a beautiful glissade across the stage.
- The skiers taught beginners how to safely execute a glissade down the hill.
Meaning
In dance, it refers to a sliding step that allows for smooth transitions, while in skiing, it describes a sliding descent down a slope.
Synonyms
- slide
- glide
- flow
