: 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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That breathable fabric is just one reason this slip-on dress is a great choice for theme park days, along with the slightly roomy fit and collar that can be turned up for extra sun protection.
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Clint Davis, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Shopping Step into these washable slip-ons for breathable comfort in style.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
With her leg propped up against a seat, the toddler showed off a Cinderella-style silver slip-on, complete with a strap over the top and a tiny block heel.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
The back features a slip-on design that your foot can glide into, with no need to untie (or retie) laces .
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
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Clint Davis, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Shopping Step into these washable slip-ons for breathable comfort in style.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
With her leg propped up against a seat, the toddler showed off a Cinderella-style silver slip-on, complete with a strap over the top and a tiny block heel.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
The back features a slip-on design that your foot can glide into, with no need to untie (or retie) laces .
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 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 23 Mar. 2025.
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