Basic Details
Word: Glider
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A vehicle that flies without an engine, using air currents to stay in the sky.
Synonyms: Soarer, sailplane
Antonyms: Powered aircraft
Idioms and Phrases
- Glide through: To perform a task smoothly and easily. Example: "She glided through her exams with great confidence."
- On the glide path: To be on a smooth or successful course towards a goal. Example: "With his study habits, he's on the glide path to getting good grades."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The glider soared gracefully above the mountains, taking in the beautiful scenery below.
Example 2: During the competition, each glider was judged on its technique and distance.
Example 3: After launching the glider, the pilot skillfully used the updrafts to gain altitude.
Fun Fact
Did you know that gliders can stay in the air for hours? They can travel long distances without using any fuel by riding on currents of warm rising air!
Famous Quote
"The sky's the limit, but with a glider, you can soar beyond it." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "glider" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A vehicle that flies without an engine
c) A kind of bicycle
d) A type of bird
Answer: b) A vehicle that flies without an engine
2. Which of these is a synonym of "glider"?
a) Powered aircraft
b) Soarer
c) Helicopter
d) Commercial plane
Answer: b) Soarer
3. What is an antonym of "glider"?
a) Sailplane
b) Powered aircraft
c) Kite
d) Balloon
Answer: b) Powered aircraft
4. Which sentence uses "glider" correctly?
a) The glider quickly ran to catch the bus.
b) The glider danced across the stage.
c) The glider floated smoothly in the sky.
d) The glider cooked a delicious meal.
Answer: c) The glider floated smoothly in the sky.
5. Which idiom suggests doing something easily?
a) Glide through
b) Heavy as a rock
c) Like riding a bike
d) As strong as an ox
Answer: a) Glide through
