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

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The attacks included gunmen who used gliders to enter Israel. Yamiche Alcindor, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025 Called Redwing, the underwater robotic glider is being launched from Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025 This outdoor glider is made with water-resistant, quick-drying, UV-resistant material that withstands weather conditions all year round. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025 Produced by FilmCrew, Moonstone, and Fluid Productions, the drama follows four Arab fighters on a one-way glider mission. Essie Assibu, Variety, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glider

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 19 Oct. 2025.

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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