nubuck

noun

nu·​buck ˈn(y)ü-ˌbək How to pronounce nubuck (audio)
Synonyms of nubucknext
often attributive
: a soft sueded leather

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Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck. Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 Kim wore a brown nubuck jacket (a more durable alternative to suede, yet still a bit fussy) with a glossy, orange-red patent leather pencil skirt. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026 How to Clean Winter Stains From Suede and Nubuck Shoes Suede and nubuck require patience and a light touch, as these materials are especially sensitive to moisture and friction. Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026 This gift set includes a foaming cleanser, a brush, a hog hair brush, and a microfiber towel that are gentle enough to keep suede, leather, nubuck, and canvas pristine. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nubuck

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from nu- (alteration of new entry 1) + buck entry 1

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nubuck was in 1912

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“Nubuck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nubuck. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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