nubuck

noun

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

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With a black nubuck base, the upcoming Pink Thunder pair is expected to feature matching color blocking to the other Thunder styles. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 Dec. 2025 Never wash suede or nubuck coats. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025 Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal Upgrade your flip-flops with the Gizeh’s sturdy thong silhouette and luxe nubuck leather. Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025 Hoka’s Kaha 3 GTX ($240) is one of the best boots available, blending soft nubuck leather, Vibram Megagrip sole and bags of cushioning. Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 Oct. 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 23 Dec. 2025.

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