patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˈpa-tᵊn(t)- 
British usually ˈpā-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
Examples of patent leather in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
One idea is to go for a patent leather finish that works both day and night.
—
Renata Joffre, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2025
The patent leather also gives them a star-quality that stands out.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The actor wore a black suited look with a button-down shirt and coordinated patent leather shoes.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Franco Sarto Carolynn Tassel Loafers For something more formal, grab these Franco Sarto loafers that have a chunkier sole, a shiny patent leather exterior, and classic tassel detailing to boot.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for patent leather
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Renata Joffre, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2025
The patent leather also gives them a star-quality that stands out.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The actor wore a black suited look with a button-down shirt and coordinated patent leather shoes.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Franco Sarto Carolynn Tassel Loafers For something more formal, grab these Franco Sarto loafers that have a chunkier sole, a shiny patent leather exterior, and classic tassel detailing to boot.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for patent leather
Cite this Entry
“Patent leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patent%20leather. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˌpat-ᵊn(t)-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share