anti-slip

adjective

an·​ti-slip
ˌan-tē-ˈslip,
ˌan-tī- How to pronounce anti-slip (audio)
variants or less commonly antislip
: designed to prevent slips or to be resistant to slipping
placed an anti-slip mat in the shower

Examples of anti-slip in a Sentence

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Dansko Berry Slip-on Mule Clogs $140 $94 at Amazon Dansko clogs are beloved by nurses and hospitality workers everywhere for their comfortable footbed and anti-slip sole. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024 Each one has white granite ceramic coating, while the handles are ergonomic with an anti-slip design. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 19 Oct. 2024 The extra-wide base, stabilizers, and anti-slip footprint stickers offer additional peace of mind that your toddler is safe from slips and falls. Samson McDougall, Parents, 5 Oct. 2024 Plus, the boots have a two-inch platform heel, rear pull tabs, and anti-slip lug soles. Emily Weaver, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for anti-slip 

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-slip was in 1900

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“Anti-slip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-slip. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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