glide

/ˈɡlaɪd/ · noun

Meaning

The act of gliding.
A transitional sound, especially a semivowel.
An attack or preparatory movement made by sliding down the opponent’s blade, keeping it in constant contact.
A bird, the glede or kite.
A kind of cap affixed to the base of the legs of furniture to prevent it from damaging the floor.
The joining of two sounds without a break.
To move softly, smoothly, or effortlessly.
To fly unpowered, as of an aircraft. Also relates to gliding birds and flying fish.
To cause to glide.
To pass with a glide, as the voice.

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