# slipper

/ˈsɫɪpɝ/ (US) · /slˈɪpɐ/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/slipper
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

a soft, comfortable shoe that you wear inside your house. They are usually easy to put on and keep your feet warm.

For teachers: a light, comfortable indoor shoe that is easily slipped on and off. Often made of soft materials like wool, felt, or leather.

## Examples

- I put on my warm slippers as soon as I get home.
- She left her wet boots by the front door and changed into a pair of fuzzy slippers to relax.
- While the guest house provided disposable footwear, most visitors preferred to bring their own sturdy slippers to navigate the cold stone floors of the communal areas.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in the plural form; often paired with the classifier 'pair of'.

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