Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

slipping

verb

/ˈslɪpɪŋ/

Definition

The action of sliding unintentionally or losing one’s grip on something.

Examples

She was slipping on the icy sidewalk.
The book slipped off the table and fell to the floor.
He felt like he was slipping away from reality during the long nights of studying.

Meaning

Slipping refers to the phenomenon where something moves suddenly and uncontrollably from its original position, often resulting in an unintended fall or drop.