ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Gliding

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡlɑɪdɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Gliding is a noun meaning The action or motion of something that glides.

Meaning

The action or motion of something that glides.

More Meanings

  1. The hobby, sport, or act of flying a glider.
  2. present participle and gerund of glide
  3. That moves or changes with a glide.
  4. (employment) Employing flexitime.

Example Sentences

gliding shifts; gliding hours; gliding time

Word Forms

Synonyms for gliding

Depending on context, synonyms include glide, soaring, sailing, sailplaning.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include soaring, sailing, sailplaning, sliding, hovering, hang.

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