slip-on

noun

: 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

Examples of slip-on in a Sentence

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In addition to their durability and support, Skechers shoes are also stylish and feature trendy designs, such as slip-on styles. Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 20 Aug. 2025 Hey Dude, a brand known for its cloudlike slip-on shoes worn by the likes of brand ambassador Sydney Sweeney, discounted a slew of its popular styles. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025 The slip-on style is a lifesaver for airport security, and the tan-and-white palette ties together almost everything in my closet. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2025 This also allows for the install of slip-on mufflers without removing the cat, and dual lambda sensors aid with emissions control. New Atlas, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for slip-on

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of slip-on was in 1815

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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.

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