glider

ɡlaɪdər

Definitions

1. noun

A lightweight aircraft that uses rising air currents or a motor to stay aloft, typically having a flat or curved wing and a seat or other structure for the pilot.

“The hikers launched a glider from the mountain peak, soaring over the valley below.”

2. verb

To move or travel using a glider, especially with the aid of rising air currents.

“The adventurers glided effortlessly over the rolling hills, taking in the breathtaking views.”

Synonyms

  • airplane
  • hang glider
  • paraglider

Antonyms

  • heavier-than-air aircraft
  • jet