suède

A chef prepares a dish with suède for a hearty stew.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Soft leather: "suede" refers to leather with a napped surface, typically made from the underside of animal skin (e.g., lamb, goat, or calf), giving it a soft, velvety texture.
   • Fabric imitation: "suede" can also refer to a fabric designed to imitate this leather, often used in clothing and upholstery.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She bought a pair of suede boots for the winter. (Boots made from soft, napped leather.)
  • The jacket is made of synthetic suede, which is easier to clean. (A fabric that mimics the appearance of real suede.)

Advanced Usage

• "suede finish": a surface treatment that creates a soft, matte texture similar to suede leather.
  • The artist used a suede finish on the painting to give it a velvety look. (A textured coating resembling suede.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sueded (adj): treated or finished to resemble suede.

  • The sueded fabric feels softer than regular cotton. (Fabric processed to have a napped surface.)

• Suede-like (adj): resembling suede in appearance or texture.

  • The suede-like material is popular for upholstery. (A material that looks and feels like suede.)

Synonyms

• Napped leather: leather with a raised, fuzzy surface.
• Velvet leather: a descriptive term for suede's soft, plush texture.

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