: 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
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The Fitory Suede Slippers are a massive 51 percent off and make the ideal slip-on shoe for quick errands or cozy mornings.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Droves of shoppers are also going after these slip-on sneakers, which are made from a breathable, stretchy material that helps create a custom fit.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
For those keen to keep it closer to traditional territory, dip a toe in with Harry Styles’s preferred Prada nylon slip-ons or Bella Hadid’s satin Vivaias.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
The slipper has a slip-on silhouette with faux shearling.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 17 Nov. 2025
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Droves of shoppers are also going after these slip-on sneakers, which are made from a breathable, stretchy material that helps create a custom fit.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
For those keen to keep it closer to traditional territory, dip a toe in with Harry Styles’s preferred Prada nylon slip-ons or Bella Hadid’s satin Vivaias.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
The slipper has a slip-on silhouette with faux shearling.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 17 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for slip-on
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 6 Dec. 2025.
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