slide

Meanings

• noun

  A structure consisting of a flat surface mounted on a frame, with sides that can be raised or lowered, used for sliding down.

  - "The children enjoyed sliding down the slide."
  - "The park had a new metal slide for the children to use."

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Pronunciation

1. /slaɪd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

chute , slippery dip , runner

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with slide
ride , tide , side , hide , tide

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Variants

List of all variants of slide that leads to same result
slid , slide , slides , sliding , sliding seat , sliding seats , slide fastener , slide fasteners , slide rule , slide rules , slide valve , slide valves , Slide Mountain , hair slide , let (something) slide , let slide , let something slide , let things slide , on the slide

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Etymology

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The word 'slide' comes from the Old English word 'slidan', which means 'to slip or slide'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the world's tallest slide is the 'Tower of Terror' in Florida, USA, which stands at over 17 stories tall?

2. Slides were first invented in the 18th century and were originally made of wood.

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Related Concepts

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1. Water slide: A type of slide that involves water, often with twists, turns, and drops.

2. Slide rule: An obsolete calculating tool used for performing mathematical calculations.

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Culture

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Slides are commonly used in parks, playgrounds, and water parks for recreational activities. They have been a popular form of entertainment for children for many years.

How to Memorize "slide"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, colorful slide in a park, with children happily sliding down.
   - Visualize the feeling of sliding down a slide, the wind in your hair and the sun on your face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'slide' with the feeling of excitement and fun.
   - Think of the sound of children laughing as they slide down a slide.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Slide is fun, let's go slide' to remember the word.
   - Create a mental image of a slide every time you hear or read the word 'slide'.

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