: an article of clothing that is easily slipped on or off: such as
a
: a glove or shoe without fastenings
b
: a garment (such as a girdle) that one steps into and pulls up
c
: pullover
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Athletic Works Slip-on Sneakers More than 3,500 shoppers agree that this slip-on style offers a comfortable fit, arch support, and easy on-off design.
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Lauren Fischer, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
These slip-ons combine style and practicality with a breathable perforated design and memory foam interior.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
His Sunday ensemble was a satiny floral jacket and sparkly slip-ons — a reminder that, in this repertoire especially, what’s happening under the keyboard is every bit as important as what’s happening atop it.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of my four favorite slip-on spike traction devices for running shoes available today.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 17 Jan. 2025
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Lauren Fischer, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
These slip-ons combine style and practicality with a breathable perforated design and memory foam interior.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
His Sunday ensemble was a satiny floral jacket and sparkly slip-ons — a reminder that, in this repertoire especially, what’s happening under the keyboard is every bit as important as what’s happening atop it.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of my four favorite slip-on spike traction devices for running shoes available today.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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