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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They’re known for their anti-slip sole to keep you sturdy in wet or icy conditions, and the padded insole is comfy for all day wear. Olivia Dubyak, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025 The brand's anti-slip rubber outsole provides reliable traction through uneven terrain. Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025 The high-rebound EVA midsole provides reliable shock absorption, while the outsole’s anti-slip grooves add extra traction. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2025 Topoak includes both large, gear-like quick-release nuts and smaller anti-slip metal nuts. New Atlas, 13 Dec. 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 10 Jan. 2026.

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