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slipshod

Slipshod (adj) means Done poorly or too quickly; slapdash.

adj
1
Done poorly or too quickly; slapdash.
2
Wearing slippers or similarly open shoes.
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Etymology

From slip + shod (“wearing shoes”), originally wearing slippers. The meaning slovenly is from the early 19th century.

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What is the meaning of slipshod?

"slipshod" (adj) means done poorly or too quickly; slapdash.

What are the different meanings of slipshod?

"slipshod" has 2 main meanings: 1. Done poorly or too quickly; slapdash; 2. Wearing slippers or similarly open shoes.

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