: 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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And then there’s my white slip-on shoes that are comfortable for all-day walking (and are totally TSA-friendly).
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The slip-on style’s sixth iteration also makes a bigger emphasis on CloudTec, On’s signature cushioning technology.
—Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
With their slip-on, multi-strap design, these KuaiLu Slides are about to become the star of your summer packing list.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Paired with jeans or a sarong skirt, the closed-toe mule offers a polished alternative to the sandal without losing its slip-on ease.
—Julia Rabinowitsch, Vogue, 16 May 2026
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The slip-on style’s sixth iteration also makes a bigger emphasis on CloudTec, On’s signature cushioning technology.
—Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
With their slip-on, multi-strap design, these KuaiLu Slides are about to become the star of your summer packing list.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Paired with jeans or a sarong skirt, the closed-toe mule offers a polished alternative to the sandal without losing its slip-on ease.
—Julia Rabinowitsch, Vogue, 16 May 2026
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 30 May. 2026.
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