noun🔗ShareThe act of slipping, especially from a secure location."The construction worker reported a dangerous slippage of soil near the foundation, requiring immediate stabilization. "actionconditionsituationbusinesstechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe amount by which something has slipped."The contractor measured the slippage of the new tiles to ensure they were properly installed. "amountgapbusinesseconomytechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA lessening of performance or achievement."Supply-chain problems led to a slippage in production last week."achievementbusinesseconomyfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA decrease in motion, or in the power of a mechanical system due to slipping."The old bicycle chain experienced significant slippage, making it difficult to pedal uphill. "technicalphysicsmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe difference between estimated and actual transaction costs."The estimated cost for the school trip was $500, but there was a significant slippage of $25, meaning the actual cost ended up being $525. "businessfinanceeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
