English dictionary

slippage

/'sl/I/p/I//dZ/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a decrease of transmitted power in a mechanical system caused by slipping

noun.process

Source: WordNet 3.0
decline from a standard level of performance or achievement

noun.process

Source: WordNet 3.0
failing to hold or slipping out of place

noun.act

Examples
The knots allowed no slippage.

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of slipping; also, the amount of slipping.

noun

Source: webster1913