
Slip
Physical Movement
Refers to losing physical control, often on a slippery surface.

Be careful not to slip on the ice.
Metaphorical Use
Used metaphorically to describe making mistakes in situations.

I slipped and told her the secret by mistake.
Compare with
ErrorFallGlideMistakeSkidSlideStumbleTrip
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension