Definition of Slippage

1. Noun. A decrease of transmitted power in a mechanical system caused by slipping.

Generic synonyms: Decrease, Decrement

2. Noun. Decline from a standard level of performance or achievement.
Generic synonyms: Decline, Diminution
Derivative terms: Slip

3. Noun. Failing to hold or slipping out of place. "The knots allowed no slippage"
Generic synonyms: Motion, Move, Movement
Derivative terms: Slip

Definition of Slippage

1. n. The act of slipping; also, the amount of slipping.

Definition of Slippage

1. Noun. The act of slipping, especially from a secure location. ¹

2. Noun. The amount something has slipped. ¹

3. Noun. A lessening of performance or achievement. ¹

4. Noun. A decrease in motion, or in the power of a mechanical system due to slipping. ¹

5. Noun. The difference between estimated and actual transaction costs. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Slippage

1. a falling off from a standard or level [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Slippage

slipes
slipform
slipformed
slipforming
slipforms
sliping
slipknot
slipknots
slipless
slipmat
slipmats
slipout
slipouts
slipover
slipovers
slippage (current term)
slippages
slipped
slipped capital femoral epiphysis
slipped disc
slipped discs
slipped disk
slipped disks
slipped hernia
slipped tendon
slipped tendon disease
slipper
slipper-orchid
slipper animalcule
slipper chair

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