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Definition of slipper

slipper

/ˈslɪp.ər/
slip · per
Plural:slippers
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slipper Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A comfortable, lightweight, slip-on shoe usually worn indoors.

Example

"After a long walk in the snow, she eagerly traded her heavy boots for a warm pair of fleece slippers."

2

A light, flexible shoe designed for specific activities like dancing, often having no distinct heel.

Example

"The ballerina tightened the ribbons on her satin pointe slippers before stepping out onto the stage."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for slipper

• Nearby Words

slipmouth
slipover
slippage
slipper
slipper orchid
slippered
slipperily

Word Origin & Etymology

Late Middle English: from the verb 'slip' + '-er'. Originally denoting a shoe that was easy to slip onto the foot.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slipper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slipper
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