: 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’s why shorter boots are more convenient — the only thing better may be slip-on shoes like this pair that comes in sizes 5 to 11.
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Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Acne Studios played with black slip-ons, while David Koma showed off a white ankle boot, cast in allover shaggy fur.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
In fact, the model was recently photographed wearing the slip-on sandals with a sporty black bodysuit, oversized button-down, and baseball cap.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
They’re made from smooth Nappa leather and have a convenient slip-on design.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Acne Studios played with black slip-ons, while David Koma showed off a white ankle boot, cast in allover shaggy fur.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
In fact, the model was recently photographed wearing the slip-on sandals with a sporty black bodysuit, oversized button-down, and baseball cap.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
They’re made from smooth Nappa leather and have a convenient slip-on design.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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 18 Nov. 2024.
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