anti-slip

adjective

an·​ti-slip
ˌan-tē-ˈslip,
ˌan-tī- How to pronounce anti-slip (audio)
variants or less commonly antislip
: designed to prevent slips or to be resistant to slipping
placed an anti-slip mat in the shower

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Made from carbon steel with a stainless steel pole, this is a highly durable rake complete with an ergonomic handle and anti-slip grip. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025 The faux leather upper is built to withstand outdoor elements, while the anti-slip outsole provides traction and stability in every step. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025 Thanks to the anti-slip bottom, the couch won’t shift around when your rambunctious pet hops into it. Christine Persaud, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025 That could translate to two up front and one on the anti-slip hammock/deck behind, or one providing pedal power while two relax in back. New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for anti-slip

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-slip was in 1900

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“Anti-slip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-slip. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

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