noun
gliding in a hang glider
• Derivationally related forms: ↑hang glide
• Hypernyms: ↑glide, ↑gliding, ↑sailplaning, ↑soaring, ↑sailing
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nounsee hang glider
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the sport of launching oneself from a cliff or a steep incline and soaring through the air by means of a hang glider.
[1970-75]
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hang gliding,
the sport of riding a hang glider.
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hang gliding noun [noncount]
I've always wanted to try hang gliding.
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Main Entry: ↑hang glider
Useful english dictionary. 2012.