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

1. a fabric made to resemble suede leather