glide

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To move softly, smoothly, or effortlessly.
2. 2
   To fly unpowered, as of an aircraft. Also relates to gliding birds and flying fish.
3. 3
   To cause to glide.
4. 4
   To pass with a glide, as the voice.

Noun

1. 1
   The act of gliding.
2. 2
   A transitional sound, especially a semivowel.
3. 3
   An attack or preparatory movement made by sliding down the opponent’s blade, keeping it in constant contact.
4. 4
   A bird, the glede or kite.
5. 5
   A kind of cap affixed to the base of the legs of furniture to prevent it from damaging the floor while being moved.
6. 6
   The joining of two sounds without a break.
7. 7
   A smooth and sliding step in dancing the waltz.

Proper noun

1. 1
   A census-designated place in Douglas County, Oregon, United States.