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

There are also large slip-on shoes that go over work boots to keep the dirt from falling off to the floor. — R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026

The classic penny-strap silhouette keeps the style close to a traditional loafer and secure while on the foot, but the slip-on-and-off design makes things easy. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026

Best of all, its easy slip-on silhouette makes getting dressed a breeze while offering endless styling options throughout your trip. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026

The Five Star Weekend actress added a black jacket, white socks trimmed with green stripes, and a pair of olive green slip-on clogs. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Aug. 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