Definition
to slip: to fall, to trip, to skid, to slide
(a) non-slip (grip): (a grip) designed to reduce or prevent slipping
- "My elderly mother slipped in a puddle of apple juice in the local supermarket yesterday and has injured her hip."
- "The Supertrowel also comes with a non-slip grip for accuracy and detachable magnifying lens for really small weeds."
- "I've slipped a little box of chocolates under your door to apologise for the lack of wine."
- "I heard him say "slip it in your bag, it's our little secret" to a young French boy shopping for a birthday present for his mother, and "oh go on, treat yourself: I won't tell anyone" to an Icelandic tourist."
- "I was carrying a box of cornflakes when I slipped in a puddle of orange juice on the floor."
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