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Slide

Slyd

/ˈslaɪd/

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slide

Dictionary meaning

The act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it.

Examples

  • Their slide didn't stop until the bottom of the hill.
  • Viewed with a slide projector.

Synonyms: glide

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