This is the 8382nd most frequent Dutch word.
glijdende
Sliding or gliding.
Here, 'glijdende' is used as an adjective to describe the movement ('beweging') of the ice skaters, indicating that it involves a smooth, gliding motion.
De glijdende beweging van de schaatsers was elegant.
The gliding movement of the skaters was elegant.
In this sentence, 'glijdende' modifies 'schaal' (scale) and is used to signify a gradient or a non-fixed framework for salary determination.
Het bedrijf biedt een glijdende schaal voor salarissen aan.
The company offers a sliding scale for salaries.
Here, 'glijdend' is used as an adjective to describe the schedule ('rooster'), implying it is flexible and does not adhere to strict fixed hours.