slip
UK: slɪp | US: slɪp
v. to slide unintentionally, losing balance or traction
v. to move quietly or quickly without being noticed
n. a minor mistake or error
n. a small piece of paper or material
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"Slip" originates from Middle Dutch slippen or Middle Low German slippen, meaning "to glide or slide." It entered English in the late 14th century with the sense of "losing one's footing." Over time, it expanded metaphorically to include unnoticed movement ("slip away") and minor errors ("a slip of the tongue"). Its compact structure reflects its Germanic roots, where short, expressive verbs often describe physical actions.
Be careful not to slip on the wet floor.
She managed to slip out of the room unnoticed.
His speech contained a few embarrassing slips.
Write your name on the slip of paper.
The thief slipped into the crowd and disappeared.