Pronunciation: /ɡlɪˈsɑːd/
noun a skillful glide over snow or ice in descending a mountain, as on skis or a toboggan
A1 I saw a glissade on the ice at the skating rink.
A2 The dancer performed a graceful glissade across the stage.
B1 During the ballet recital, the dancers executed a series of glissades with precision.
B2 The figure skater's glissade was so smooth and fluid, it impressed the judges.
C1 The choreographer incorporated a complex glissade sequence into the dance routine.
C2 Her glissade was the highlight of the performance, showcasing her incredible skill and artistry.
verb to perform a glissade
A1 The children glissaded down the snowy hill on their sleds.
A2 She glissaded across the dance floor with grace and elegance.
B1 The skier expertly glissaded down the steep slope, avoiding any obstacles.
B2 The figure skater glissaded across the ice, wowing the audience with their skill.
C1 The professional dancer glissaded effortlessly across the stage, captivating the audience with their performance.
C2 The experienced mountaineer glissaded down the treacherous mountain slope, demonstrating their mastery of the technique.
formal The ballerina executed a flawless glissade across the stage.
informal I tried to do a glissade on the ice, but ended up slipping and falling.
slang Check out that skater's sick glissade move!
figurative She glissaded through the crowded room, effortlessly navigating her way to the other side.
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