satin

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noun

sat·​in ˈsa-tᵊn How to pronounce satin (audio)
Synonyms of satinnext
: a fabric (as of silk) in satin weave with lustrous face and dull back

satin

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adjective

1
: made of or covered with satin
2
: suggestive of satin especially in smooth lustrous appearance or sleekness to touch

Examples of satin in a Sentence

Noun a dress made of satin Adjective the satin petals of a rose
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Noun
While the minimalist silhouette is usually worn in a lustrous, rich satin, the actress’ pair were crafted in a bright neon orange patent leather material. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 June 2026 For example, style a red and white Madewell ruffled polka-dot top with blue denim shorts and a pair of strappy red sandals for the Fourth, and then rewear it with red satin pants and white kitten heels for a summer date night. ABC News, 3 June 2026
Adjective
Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous. Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023 From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for satin

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English, from Anglo-French, probably from Arabic zaytūnī, literally, of Zaytūn, seaport in China during the Middle Ages

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of satin was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satin. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

satin

noun
sat·​in
ˈsat-ᵊn
: a fabric (as of silk) with smooth shiny face and dull back
satin adjective
satiny
ˈsat-nē
ˈsat-ᵊn-ē
adjective

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