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Retroterm of the Day: Slipshod.

June 4, 2009 //  by David Keyes

Centuries ago, loose-fitting “slipshoes” were worn inside British homes. Some wore them outside as well. This was not considered good form. During the 16th century anyone who wore slipshoes in public risked being ridiculed as “slipshod.” That term was subsequently applied to those of sloppy appearance, then to anything at all-work performance especially-judged second-rate.

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