glider

noun

glid·​er ˈglī-dər How to pronounce glider (audio)
1
: one that glides: such as
a
: an aircraft similar to an airplane but without an engine
b
: a porch seat suspended from an upright framework
2
: something that aids gliding

Examples of glider in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of glider was in the 15th century

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“Glider.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glider. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

glider

noun
glid·​er ˈglīd-ər How to pronounce glider (audio)
1
: an aircraft without an engine that glides on air currents
2
: a porch seat suspended from a frame

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