nubuck

noun

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

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The collaboration’s actual styles (the Slim Boat Shoe and Authentic Original Boat Shoe) have stayed the same, but this newest drop has introduced shades like Olive, Black, and Cream in nubuck leather, smooth leather, and suede. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025 Each watch is paired with a light gray nubuck strap made by Delugs and lined in rubber for durability and comfort. Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025 With a Pearl White/Black/True Red colorway, the sneaker combines a creamy colored Foamposite upper with black nubuck eyestays, carbon fiber support shanks and mesh tongue. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 9 July 2025 They're crafted from soft suede and nubuck leather for all-day comfort and have a sleek single strap and double hook-and-loop closure for a just-right fit. Toni Sutton, People.com, 21 May 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 21 Aug. 2025.

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