Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of slip
"The captain instructed his players to stand deep in the slips to catch any edges off the batsman."
the area of the field covered by fielders in the slip positions; the slip fielders collectively
In plain English: Slips are small mistakes that happen when you lose your focus and do something wrong by accident.
"He noticed three slips in her accounting notes during his review."
Usage: This term refers specifically to cricket and should not be confused with general English words like "slip" or verbs such as "to slip." It is rarely used outside of sports commentary.
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of slip
"She slips through the crowd unnoticed."
In plain English: To slip means to lose your footing and fall down unexpectedly.
"He slipped on the wet floor and fell down."