slide etymology

Etymology:

The word "slide" comes from the Old English word "slidan" or "slydan," which means "to move smoothly or gently over a surface." It is related to the Dutch word "glijden" and the German word "gleiten."

Meaning:

• A smooth, gliding or slipping motion.
• A smooth, flat surface on which objects can be moved smoothly.
• A thin, flat object, such as a glass slide or a PowerPoint slide.
• A playground structure with a sloping surface for sliding down on.
• A gradual, continuous change or transition.

Origin:

The word "slide" has been used in English since the 12th century. It originally referred to a smooth, gliding motion, such as the flight of a bird or the movement of a snake. Over time, the word came to be used in a wider sense, including the meaning of a flat surface on which objects can be moved smoothly.

Other Related Words:

• Slip
• Glide
• Flow
• Slope
• Transition

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