nonslip
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Definition
Adjective: Designed or made to prevent slipping; having a surface or quality that increases friction to stop something or someone from sliding unintentionally.
Usage
Used to describe materials, surfaces, or items that are specially treated or constructed to provide a secure grip. * The nonslip mat kept the rug firmly in place on the wooden floor. * For safety, all shower stalls should have a nonslip bottom. * The new running shoes feature a nonslip sole for better traction.
Advanced Usage
- As a compound modifier: Often used before a noun to specify a safety feature.
- nonslip coating, nonslip tread, nonslip bathtub, nonslip deck paint.
- Implied purpose: The term inherently suggests a focus on safety and prevention of accidents.
Variants and Related Words
- Non-slip: A common hyphenated variant spelling of the same word.
- Slip-resistant (adj.): A near-synonym, often used interchangeably, though it can imply a reduction rather than a complete prevention of slipping.
- Anti-slip (adj.): Another synonym with the same core meaning.
Synonyms
- Slip-resistant
- Anti-slip
- High-traction
- Grippy (informal)
Antonyms
- Slippery
- Smooth
- Glossy
- Icy
Adjective
- designed to reduce or prevent slipping
- a nonslip surface