nonskid

[ non-skid ]

adjective

1. designed or constructed to prevent or reduce skidding:

   nonskid tires; nonskid driveways and sidewalks.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonskid¹

First recorded in 1905–10; non- + skid

Example Sentences

Install a walk-in shower with a bench and nonskid decals or mats to prevent falls.

From Seattle Times

Or, instead of sticking on nonskid squares, you could roll, brush or spray a nonskid coating on the floor.

From Washington Post

What is the best way to remove sticky residue from a nonskid rug pad without damaging the finish of the floors?

From Washington Post

Q: The nonskid padding under the area rug in my family room has melted onto the hardwood flooring.

From Washington Post

Area rugs should have thin, firm pads with a nonskid back, Birdsong says, and carpet tape securing corners and edges to the floor.

From Washington Post