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Definition & Meaning of "slip"

to slip
01

to move smoothly, easily, or quietly in a particular direction or position

Intransitive: to slip to a direction
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The skater effortlessly slipped across the ice, creating elegant patterns with each glide.
The snake was able to slip silently through the grass, avoiding detection.
02

to pass or escape unnoticed or undetected

Intransitive: to slip somewhere
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The spy managed to slip through the heavily guarded compound, evading security cameras and patrols.
Wanting to leave the party early, she tried to slip out without attracting attention.
03

to carefully and discreetly insert something, often unnoticed, into a particular place or object

Transitive: to slip sth somewhere
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The spy slipped a confidential message into the diplomat's pocket during the crowded reception.
She discreetly slipped a small note into her friend's bag.
04

to slide or move sideways, often unintentionally

Intransitive: to slip | to slip on sth
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The hiker slipped on the icy trail and tumbled down the slope.
Careful on the wet floor; you might slip if you walk too fast.
05

to deteriorate or decline in quality, performance, or condition

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The athlete 's skills began to slip after a prolonged period of inactivity.
Without proper maintenance, the machinery started to slip in efficiency.
06

to make an error or mistake in a particular action, statement, or process

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The speaker accidentally slipped and provided inaccurate information during the presentation.
During the exam, the student realized they had slipped in solving a crucial math problem.
07

to slide or move out of a particular position, often unintentionally

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The wet soap slipped from her hands and fell onto the bathroom floor.
During the tug-of-war competition, the rope suddenly slipped from the team's grip.
08

to elude one's attention or memory, often unintentionally

Intransitive
Transitive: to slip one's mind or memory
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Despite studying extensively, a few key facts slipped my mind during the exam.
The name of the new colleague seemed to slip his memory each time they met.
09

to make something slide or move smoothly

Transitive: to slip sth somewhere
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The chef slipped the freshly sharpened knife through the vegetables.
With a gentle push, she slipped the shopping cart down the smooth aisle of the supermarket.
Slip
01

a loose piece of underwear resembling a thin sleeveless dress that has two shoulder straps

slip definition and meaning

What is a "slip"?

A slip is a type of undergarment that is typically worn by women underneath dresses or skirts. It is a lightweight and often silky garment that is designed to be worn between the body and the outer clothing. Slips come in various lengths, ranging from mini to full length, and are usually made from materials such as nylon, silk, or cotton. They are often fitted at the top and flared at the bottom, allowing them to be worn comfortably under a variety of clothing styles. Slips serve several functions, including providing an additional layer of coverage and smoothing out the lines of the outer garment. They can also help to prevent the outer garment from clinging to the body or from becoming transparent in certain lighting conditions.

02

bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow

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an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall

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04

a socially awkward or tactless act

05

a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc.

06

a flight maneuver; aircraft slides sideways in the air

07

the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning)

08

an unexpected slide

09

artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material

10

a small sheet of paper

11

a slippery smoothness

12

a place where a craft can be made fast

13

a young and slender person

14

a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting

15

a liquid clay mixture used in ceramics, pottery, and other crafts

What is "slip"?

Slip is a liquid mixture of clay and water used for decorating or joining pieces of pottery. It has a creamy consistency and can be applied to the surface of clay objects to create designs or as a coating before firing. Slip can also be used to attach handles or other parts to ceramic pieces. Once the ceramic piece is fired in a kiln, the slip becomes a permanent part of the finished object.

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a fielding position in cricket close to the wicket-keeper, typically used for catching edges from the batsman

What is a "slip"?

In cricket, a slip is a fielding position close to the batter, positioned just behind and to the side of them, usually on the off side. The player in the slip is ready to catch the ball if it is hit lightly by the batter, typically when trying to defend against a fast or spinning ball. The position is important for catching balls that are edged or deflected off the bat but do not go directly to the wicketkeeper. The fielder in the slip is often part of a group of players, with multiple slips standing next to each other in case the ball is hit in that direction.

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The captain positioned his best fielder at first slip for the new ball.
The ball flew off the edge and straight into the hands of the slip.
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