skidproof

Resistant to slipping

Skidproof means resistant to skidding or slipping.

The term applies to surfaces, tires, or footwear designed to maintain traction: skidproof flooring, skidproof soles.

Interchangeable with non-skid and slip-resistant.

surface

non-slip

Prevents unwanted movement

tread · coating · matting · flooring · decking · treads · stairs · ramp · walkway · platform

traction

grip

Secure manual hold

cleats · studs · tires · grooves · lugs · channels · knurling · ribbing · foothold · purchase

safety

fall prevention

Safeguards against losing balance

workplace safety · elderly care · childproofing · bathroom safety · pool deck

material

rubber

Elastic polymer from trees

vinyl · cork · foam · resin · polymer · composite · epoxy · PVC · mesh · grit

Categories
Opposites
traction/grip

skidproofslippery

Lacking friction, hard-to-grasp

slick · slippery when wet · icy · frictionless · slippy

Family

proof, skid, waterproof, fireproof, skidding, skidded, proofing, proofed, nonskid

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G