Slide/slaɪd/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Slight Movement Refers to slight, gentle movements, without abruptness or sudden jerks. She slid quietly into the room, not making a sound. Pro Tip 2/3Loss of Control Often used to describe movements where control is lost, like slipping on ice. He slid on the wet floor and almost fell. Pro Tip 3/3Smooth Surfaces Best used when describing motion across smooth or slippery surfaces. The sled slid effortlessly down the snowy hill.