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slipper

slip·per

UK/ˈslɪpə(ɹ)/ US/ˈslɪpəɹ/ uncommon obsolete uk us

noun

1.

low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors

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2.

a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction

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Origin

From Middle English slypper, equivalent to slip + -er.

Phrases

  • ballet slipper
  • carpet slipper
  • harem slipper
  • house slipper
  • hunt the slipper
  • Japanese slipper
  • Kentucky lady's slipper
  • lady's slipper

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