nubuck


nu·buck

noun, often attributive \ˈn(y)ü-ˌbək\

Definition of NUBUCK

: a soft sueded leather

Origin of NUBUCK

perhaps from nu- (alteration of 1new) + 1buck
First Known Use: 1926

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