slip-on

noun

: 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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Rather than having a coin slot, Gucci’s leather slip-ons — which were cut, sewn and hammered by hand — featured a horse bit, a motif introduced a few years earlier by Guccio, who had an interest in equestrian style. Kin Woo, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025 Vionic Women's Kensley Slip-on Loafer $130 $55 at Amazon Much like the aforementioned Uptown slip-on loafer, these Kensley loafers suit every style. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2025 This pair of slip-on Ugg slippers falls into that category, serving as both a functional shoe and a cozy slipper. Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 13 Feb. 2025 While the shoes are meant to be slip-on style, an adjustable strap might’ve been the move here, according to people who have already gotten their hands on the new release. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 Feb. 2025 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 25 Feb. 2025.

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