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nonskid

nonskid

3.8
Made to stop people or things from slipping
  • adjective
  • /ˈnɒnˌskɪd/
  • US
translation icon : antideslizante
  • Be sure to use a nonskid rug in the bathroom to prevent accidents.

Examples

  • The floor has a nonskid surface for safety.

  • Make sure to buy nonskid mats for the bathroom.

  • The stairs were covered with a nonskid tape for added safety.

  • These nonskid shoes are perfect for working in kitchens.

  • To avoid slipping, always choose a nonskid mat when showering.

  • The new playground features a nonskid surface to keep children safe while they play.

  • You should wear nonskid shoes when walking on icy sidewalks to prevent falls.

Synonyms

grippy
vsnonskid
1 5.0

Having a surface that stops slipping and gives a good hold

focuses on being made to stop slipping and skidding rather than texture
nonslip
vsnonskid
  • UK
3.2

Made to stop people or things from slipping on floors

is the same but also explicitly includes preventing skidding
nonslippery
vsnonskid
2.8

A surface like a mat or tile that makes slipping less likely

is made to actively prevent slipping and skidding rather than just reduce risk

How Slippery

slippery
80 1.0
slick
56 3.9
nonskid
  • US
3.8
grippy
1 5.0

Surface Forms

nonskid positive

Morphology

nonskid = skid (transparent) = non + skid

Formed by productive prefix 'non-' + the verb 'skid', so learners who know 'non-' and 'skid' can derive the meaning 'not allowing skidding'.

Etymology

Nonskid is made from the parts non- meaning 'not' and skid meaning 'to slide or slip', so it means a surface or material that is made to 'not slip' and stop sliding.