non-skid

A car with non-skid tires drives safely on a wet road.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Designed to prevent slipping: "non-skid" describes a surface or material treated or constructed to reduce the risk of sliding, especially when wet or under pressure.
   • Applied to tires: "non-skid" refers to tires with tread patterns or materials that improve grip on roads, preventing loss of traction.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • My new shoes have non-skid soles, so I can walk safely on icy pavements. (The soles are designed to prevent slipping.)
  • The non-skid mat in the shower keeps me from falling. (The mat prevents slipping on wet surfaces.)
  • Non-skid tires are essential for driving in snowy conditions. (Tires with enhanced grip to avoid skidding.)

Advanced Usage

• "non-skid surface": a surface treated with a texture or coating to reduce slipping.

  • The deck of the ship was painted with a non-skid surface to prevent accidents during storms. (The surface was made rough or coated to improve traction.)

• "non-skid tape": adhesive tape with a gritty texture applied to floors or steps for safety.

  • We placed non-skid tape on the wooden stairs to prevent the dog from slipping. (The tape provides grip on smooth surfaces.)

Variants and Related Words

• Skid (verb/noun): to slide unexpectedly or a sliding motion.

  • The car began to skid on the wet road. (The car slid uncontrollably.)

• Skidproof (adj): less common synonym for "non-skid," meaning resistant to skidding.

  • Skidproof flooring is used in hospitals. (Flooring that prevents slipping.)

• Nonslip (adj): another term for "non-skid," especially for surfaces.

  • The nonslip bath mat is easy to clean. (The mat prevents slipping.)

Synonyms

• Antiskid: designed to prevent skidding.

  • Antiskid brakes help stop the car safely. (Brakes that reduce sliding.)

• Traction-enhanced: having improved grip.

  • The traction-enhanced tires are ideal for off-road driving. (Tires with better grip.)

Phrasal Verbs

• (No common phrasal verbs directly associated with "non-skid" as it is primarily an adjective.)

Related Idioms

• (No common idioms directly associated with "non-skid.")