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glade

 

[ ɡleɪd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

open space

A glade is an open space in a forest, often free of trees, where sunlight can reach the ground. Glades are usually covered with grass, wildflowers, and other vegetation.

Synonyms

clearing, meadow, opening

Examples of usage

  • The hikers found a peaceful glade in the middle of the forest.
  • The deer often graze in the glade near the river.
  • We sat down in the glade to have a picnic.

Translations

Translations of the word "glade" in other languages:

🇵🇹 clareira

🇮🇳 खुला मैदान

🇩🇪 Lichtung

🇮🇩 padang terbuka

🇺🇦 галявина

🇵🇱 polana

🇯🇵 空き地 (あきち)

🇫🇷 clairière

🇪🇸 claro

🇹🇷 açıklık

🇰🇷 빈터

🇸🇦 فسحة

🇨🇿 mýtina

🇸🇰 čistina

🇨🇳 空地 (kōngdì)

🇸🇮 jasa

🇮🇸 skógarglæða

🇰🇿 ашық алаңқай

🇬🇪 გზადაკეცილი

🇦🇿 açıq sahə

🇲🇽 claro

Etymology

The word 'glade' originated from the Middle English 'glad', meaning bright or shining. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a sunlit open space in a forest. Glades have long been associated with tranquility and natural beauty, inspiring poets and artists alike.

See also: glad, gladden.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,021, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.