suede cloth
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Definition
Noun: A fabric that is manufactured to imitate the appearance and texture of genuine suede leather. It is typically made from cotton, polyester, or other synthetic fibers and has a soft, napped surface.
Usage
"Suede cloth" is used as a compound noun to refer specifically to this type of imitation fabric. It is often used in contexts discussing textiles, fashion, and upholstery where the look of suede is desired at a lower cost or with easier care.
Examples
- The jacket is not made from real leather; it's made from a durable suede cloth.
- For the sofa, we chose a brown suede cloth that is both soft and stain-resistant.
- This line of handbags uses high-quality suede cloth for a luxurious feel.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively (functioning like an adjective) before another noun.
- She bought a suede-cloth skirt that is machine washable.
Variants and Related Words
- Suede (noun): The genuine leather with a soft, napped surface. This is the material that "suede cloth" imitates.
- Microsuede (noun): A type of high-quality synthetic suede cloth, often made from ultra-fine fibers.
- Faux suede (noun): Another term for a fabric designed to look like suede leather; "faux" means false or imitation.
- Napped fabric (noun): A general term for any fabric that has been brushed to create a soft, fuzzy surface.
Synonyms
- Imitation suede
- Synthetic suede
- Fake suede
Notes on Meaning
- The core meaning of "suede cloth" is always a fabric that resembles suede. It is not used to refer to the genuine leather product. The word "cloth" explicitly signals it is a textile.
Noun
- a fabric made to resemble suede leather