sateen

noun

sa·​teen sa-ˈtēn 

sə-

: a smooth durable lustrous fabric usually made of cotton in satin weave

Examples of sateen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This modern take on an ageless silhouette offers a hint of sheen from sateen, mother-of-pearl front buttons, and a bit of stretch for all-day comfort. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 20 July 2026

For more of the best post-Prime Day bedding deals, check out our top picks below with everything from muslin cotton coverlets to patchwork quilts, cotton sateen coverlets, reversible quilts, and more. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Both the duvet cover and shams have a sateen finish, and an ultra-soft, lived-in feel. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

This classic duvet cover set is reminiscent of a 5-star stay with a silky sateen fabric in crisp white and a room-finishing ribbon border in your choice of navy or pale blue. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

alteration of satin

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sateen

• agin
• alkene
• allene
• ameen
• amin
• arene
• athene
• baleen
• beeline
• benzene
• between
• bromine

Kids Definition

sateen

noun

sa·​teen sa-ˈtēn 

: a glossy cotton fabric resembling satin