glider

noun

glid·​er ˈglī-dər 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

That meant the design had to favor stability and efficiency, almost like a giant paper glider. — New Atlas, 3 July 2026

This three-piece bistro set includes two comfortable gliders and a convenient side table that holds your snacks and beverages. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

Below, discover more popular porch swings, gliders, and benches that instantly spruce up outdoor spaces. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026

On June 5, founder and chief test pilot Miguel Iturmendi conducted a series of short test flights at Zephyrhills Municipal Airport in central Florida aboard a modified Pipistrel Taurus motor glider designated as the Helios Horizon. — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing glider

• hang-glider
• sugar glider

Rhymes for glider

• cider
• cyder
• eider
• hider
• rider
• schneider
• slider
• snider
• spider
• stridor
• wider
• collider

Kids Definition

glider

noun

glid·​er ˈglīd-ər 

1

: an aircraft without an engine that glides on air currents

2

: a porch seat suspended from a frame