Definitions

1. noun

a long flat piece of material, typically wood or plastic, on which people can sit and slide down a slope or incline.

“The kids loved playing on the slide at the playground.”

2. verb

to move smoothly and quickly down a slope or incline, often on a flat surface.

“She slid down the hill on her sled.”

3. verb

to move or be moved smoothly and quickly from one place to another.

“He slid the box across the floor.”

4. verb

to make a smooth and quick movement, often with a hissing sound.

“The water slid over the rocks.”

5. noun

a presentation, typically with slides, to an audience.

“The conference featured a slide presentation by the keynote speaker.”

6. noun

a section of a webpage, typically containing text and images, that can be moved or scrolled through.

“The website had a slide that explained the company’s mission.”

7. verb

to move a camera or other equipment quickly and smoothly, often to follow a subject.

“The photographer slid the camera to capture the action.”

8. verb

to change or move something quickly and smoothly, often in a particular direction or position.

“The surgeon slid the scalpel into place.”