Glide meaning : The act of gliding. A transitional sound, especially a semivowel. An attack or preparatory movement made by sliding down the opponent’s blade, keeping it in constant contact. A bird, the glede or kite. A kind of cap affixed to the base of the legs of furniture to prevent it from damaging the floor. The joining of two sounds without a break. A smooth and sliding step in dancing the waltz. To move softly, smoothly, or effortlessly. To fly unpowered, as of an aircraft. Also relates to gliding birds and flying fish. To cause to glide. To pass with a glide, as the voice.