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
