Glided: meaning, definitions and examples

movement smoothly

Glided refers to a type of smooth and effortless movement through the air or across a surface. It often describes an action that appears graceful and unhurried. In aviation, it can refer to an aircraft maintaining flight without engine power, using aerodynamic lift. Gliding can also refer to the movement of animals or objects as they travel effortlessly through their environment.

drift, float, glide, slide, soar.

Examples of usage

• The swan glided across the lake.

• The aircraft glided down after the engine failure.

• She glided smoothly into the room.

• The kite glided in the wind.

• He glided over the ice perfectly.