1. the sport or activity of flying in a glider aircraft without an engine
2. smooth, continuous movement without friction or resistance

1. moving smoothly and effortlessly over a surface
2. flying in a glider or descending gradually without engine power

1. moving or capable of moving smoothly and continuously

Examples

• She took up gliding as a hobby and now flies every weekend.
• The ice skater was gliding across the frozen pond with grace.
• The eagle was gliding on the thermal currents high above the mountains.
• He enjoyed the gliding sensation of the sailboat moving through the water.
• The dancers moved with gliding steps across the stage.
• The gliding motion of the pendulum was mesmerizing to watch.