: 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
Examples of slip-on in a Sentence
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Foam insoles provide all the cushioning necessary to pad your feet from irritation, and a slip-on design also makes these shoes easy to grab in a hurry.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2024
Rather than slip-ons, these Sperrys are duck boot style, with laces that are secured with a barrel tie.
—Casey Clark, Parents, 1 June 2024
The Proenza and Vans new slip-ons are available on proenzascholer.com and vans.com and retails for $200.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 31 May 2024
Its slip-on silhouette is flexible and breathable, nixing the pesky break-in period and offering an immediately comfortable fit.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
Currently boasting a $25 discount, this simple pair of slip-on shoes will carry you through travel days, walking tours, and beyond, all while adding an inexplicable cool factor to your favorite travel outfits.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2024
Plus, with a crossbody bag and some slip-on sandals, everything is just easy.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 23 May 2024
The slip-on sneakers are stylish and easy to clean—an absolute necessity in healthcare.
—Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 16 May 2024
While this slip-on style is great for those who are constantly on the go, its criss-crossing straps have a bit more stability than basic slides.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2024
Rather than slip-ons, these Sperrys are duck boot style, with laces that are secured with a barrel tie.
—Casey Clark, Parents, 1 June 2024
The Proenza and Vans new slip-ons are available on proenzascholer.com and vans.com and retails for $200.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 31 May 2024
Its slip-on silhouette is flexible and breathable, nixing the pesky break-in period and offering an immediately comfortable fit.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
Currently boasting a $25 discount, this simple pair of slip-on shoes will carry you through travel days, walking tours, and beyond, all while adding an inexplicable cool factor to your favorite travel outfits.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2024
Plus, with a crossbody bag and some slip-on sandals, everything is just easy.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 23 May 2024
The slip-on sneakers are stylish and easy to clean—an absolute necessity in healthcare.
—Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 16 May 2024
While this slip-on style is great for those who are constantly on the go, its criss-crossing straps have a bit more stability than basic slides.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 9 Jun. 2024.
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