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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Plus, the stainless steel probe and anti-slip grip make the thermometer easy to use. Nicol Natale, People.com, 26 June 2025 The rectangle rug features a velvet pile surface to dig your toes into, as well as thoughtful details including an anti-slip bottom, machine-washable materials, and eco-friendly dyes. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2025 The boots are waterproof and have an anti-slip rubber sole and an adjustable buckle strap detail, similar to the Hunter boots. Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 June 2025 Several customers recommend adding an anti-slip pad underneath for extra stability. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for anti-slip

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

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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 3 Jul. 2025.

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