English edit

Etymology edit

clip +‎ -less

On bicycles, clipless pedals are called such because they do not have toe clips, even though they still have a clip at the bottom of the shoe.

Adjective edit

clipless (not comparable)

  1. Without a clip or clips.
  2. (cycling, of a pedal or shoe) Having a cleat at the sole which can be easily clipped on or off.