anti-slip

adjective

an·​ti-slip
ˌan-tē-ˈslip,
ˌan-tī- How to pronounce anti-slip (audio)
variants or less commonly antislip
: designed to prevent slips or to be resistant to slipping
placed an anti-slip mat in the shower

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Color and Geometry anti-slip mat: on sale for $19.99 Original price: $22.99 Anti-slip rubber mats are ideal for a bathroom space that prioritizes safety and practicality. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025 Complete with a plush faux fur lining and soft suede exterior, these shoes are a must-have for cold-weather vacations thanks to their ability to keep customers’ feet warm and the durability of its EVA anti-slip sole. Alyssa Brascia, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2025 Some cotton bath mats also have an anti-slip feature that prevents someone from slipping. Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025 Another aluminum hinge connects to an anti-slip base component containing the unit's battery. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for anti-slip 

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of anti-slip was in 1900

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“Anti-slip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-slip. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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