1. (

• clearing ,
• glade

) a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area ;

1. (

• glad

) showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy; "glad you are here"; "glad that they succeeded"; "gave a glad shout"; "a glad smile"; "heard the glad news"; "a glad occasion" ;

2. (

• glad ,
• happy

) eagerly disposed to act or to be of service; "glad to help" ;

3. (

• glad

) feeling happy appreciation; "glad of the fire's warmth" ;

4. (

• beaming ,
• glad

) cheerful and bright; "a beaming smile"; "a glad May morning" ;