slip-on

noun

ˈslip-ˌȯn 

-ˌän

: 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

Recent Examples on the Web

Step into the sleek slip-on shoes before everyone else and shop more backless loafers below. — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

The mesh knit upper is breathable and lightweight, while the slip-on design means getting them on and off is a breeze. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

Keep up with the latest trends by grabbing these cool jelly flip-flops or these stylish sneakerina slip-on shoes. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026

Among those styles were the Authentic, the slip-on and skate-inspired. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for slip-on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon