slip-on
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of slip-on
First recorded in 1805–15; adj., noun use of verb phrase slip on
Example Sentences
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Skechers is among the best-known retailers based in the Los Angeles area, with its popular comfort and slip-on footwear.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2025
For example, my dad once rocked a black Adidas track jacket with a pair of black tuxedo pants and slip-on loafers.
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024
Police said she is believed to be in possession of a blue/green Deuter Step Out 12 rucksack and was possibly wearing black, lightweight, slip-on trainers.
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2023
The testimony from the famed writer of titles including “It” and “Pet Sematary,” dressed in a gray suit and gray slip-on walking shoes, occasionally drew laughs from the audience in the courtroom’s gallery.
From New York Times • Aug. 2, 2022
My uncle met me at the Harare bus station dressed in pleated pants, a button-down shirt, and sturdy leather slip-on shoes.
From "I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda
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