: 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
Examples of slip-on in a Sentence
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While this slip-on style is great for those who are constantly on the go, its criss-crossing straps have a bit more stability than basic slides.
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Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
Made of flexible material, these sock-like slip-ons are lightweight, made to get soaking wet, and won’t weigh them down in the water.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024
Keep reading to shop zip-up sweaters, baggy jeans, and slip-on loafers at Amazon starting at just $21.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 29 Apr. 2024
The slip-ons have anti-slip soles and come in black with a yellow smiley face or in white, with the option of a light blue, pink, medium blue, or yellow smiley.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
The black slip-on style has removable padding, and they’re designed with a tread on the bottom to prevent slipping.
—Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Score clogs, slip-on sandals, and more up to 30 percent off.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
These slip-on sneakers offer a nice amount of support and traction, with comfortable footbeds and a soft midsole.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
Paramount for me is the blend of comfort, fashion, and function, and these slip-on sneakers fit the bill on all counts.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
Made of flexible material, these sock-like slip-ons are lightweight, made to get soaking wet, and won’t weigh them down in the water.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024
Keep reading to shop zip-up sweaters, baggy jeans, and slip-on loafers at Amazon starting at just $21.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 29 Apr. 2024
The slip-ons have anti-slip soles and come in black with a yellow smiley face or in white, with the option of a light blue, pink, medium blue, or yellow smiley.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
The black slip-on style has removable padding, and they’re designed with a tread on the bottom to prevent slipping.
—Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Score clogs, slip-on sandals, and more up to 30 percent off.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
These slip-on sneakers offer a nice amount of support and traction, with comfortable footbeds and a soft midsole.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
Paramount for me is the blend of comfort, fashion, and function, and these slip-on sneakers fit the bill on all counts.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 17 May. 2024.
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