slightly |
to a small degree or by a small amount; a little. [2 definitions] |
slim |
attractively thin in form; slender. [3 definitions] |
slime |
an offensive slippery liquid, such as thin, viscous mud or the skin secretions of fish. [2 definitions] |
slime mold |
any of various funguslike organisms characterized by a noncellular, motile phase and a propagative, spore-bearing phase. |
slim pickings |
the small number of items that remain after others have been chosen or eliminated, the choice among which is now very limited. |
slimy |
consisting of or like slime. [3 definitions] |
sling1 |
a broad piece of cloth that is tied around the neck to support an injured arm or hand. [5 definitions] |
sling2 |
a sweet alcoholic drink that is flavored with lemon or lime and usu. made with gin. |
slingshot |
a small hand-held weapon consisting of an elastic strap attached to a Y-shaped stick, used to shoot stones and the like. |
slink |
to move as if afraid or ashamed; go quietly so as to avoid attention. |
slinky |
moving quietly, fearfully, or guiltily; furtive. [2 definitions] |
slip1 |
to move easily, without any resistance. [18 definitions] |
slip2 |
a cutting from a plant, intended for propagation. [4 definitions] |
slipcase |
a protective boxlike case for books, with one end open. |
slipcover |
a fitted removable covering for a piece of furniture. |
slipknot |
a knot tied so that the loop can be easily expanded or pulled tight. |
slip-on |
constructed so as to be easily put on and taken off. [2 definitions] |
slipover |
a piece of clothing that is put on by pulling it over the head, such as a sleeveless sweater; pullover. |
slippage |
the action of slipping. [2 definitions] |
slipped disk |
a displacement or herniation of an intervertebral disk, which results in back pain or sciatica. |
slipper |
any lightweight, low-heeled shoe that may be easily put on and taken off, esp. one to be worn indoors. |