: 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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For anyone with wide feet who’s used to settling for less in terms of fit, this slip-on style is a breath of fresh air—no annoying break-in period, no hotspots, and no slipping around.
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Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 29 May 2025
The slip-on flats are made in sheepskin leather and feature a leather upper, lining and sole.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
These slip-on shoes have a mesh upper for a more breathable feel—add them to the outfit.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2025
And don’t miss the rare deal on these Dr. Scholl’s slip-on sneakers to comfortably upgrade your everyday wardrobe for the season.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 May 2025
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Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 29 May 2025
The slip-on flats are made in sheepskin leather and feature a leather upper, lining and sole.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
These slip-on shoes have a mesh upper for a more breathable feel—add them to the outfit.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2025
And don’t miss the rare deal on these Dr. Scholl’s slip-on sneakers to comfortably upgrade your everyday wardrobe for the season.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for slip-on
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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