: 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

Examples of slip-on in a Sentence

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Among those styles were the Authentic, the slip-on and skate-inspired. Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 These slip-on clogs are a convenient throw-on-and-go style that doesn’t require bending down. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026 Those shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale should take note of all of its back to school offerings, including adidas Kids Samba Sneakers, Hunter rain boots, UGG slip-ons, On tennis sneakers and much more. ABC News, 29 July 2026 This light and breezy blue number is elegant and airy, and the colorful slip-on sneakers add a touch of playfulness. Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for slip-on

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of slip-on was in 1815

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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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