Etymology:
The word "slippery" comes from the Middle English word "slippery," which in turn derives from the Old English word "sliperig," meaning "smooth and treacherous." The word "sliperig" is thought to have originated from the Proto-Germanic word "*slippaz," meaning "to slide or glide."
Meaning:
Origin:
The word "slippery" has been used in the English language since the 13th century. It is related to the words "slip" (to move smoothly and quickly), "slope" (a downward incline), and "slippery slope" (a situation that leads to a gradual decline).
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