Also means
sliding
Usage Note
Glisse refers broadly to snow and board sports — skiing, snowboarding, and the like — collectively called les sports de glisse. The word captures the sensation of sliding over a surface. Glisser is the related verb meaning 'to slide' or 'to slip', and glissant means 'slippery'.
Examples
"Les sports de glisse attirent de jeunes passionnés."
Natural Translation
Gliding sports attract young enthusiasts.
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