suede

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noun

ˈswād

variants or less commonly suède

Synonyms of suede next

: leather with a napped surface

: a fabric finished with a nap to simulate suede

suede

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verb

sueded; sueding

transitive verb

: to give a suede finish or nap to (a fabric or leather)

intransitive verb

: to give cloth or leather a suede finish

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Both can be outfitted with black faux-suede accents as well as red seatbelts and contrast stitching. —

Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 19 Jan. 2023 Case in point: this bomber sweater jacket is made of soft Merino wool fabric with supple suede front panels, making the outerwear striking without looking distracting. —

Maverick Li, Men's Health, 18 Jan. 2023 The Kayleigh style has a classic round toe silhouette and faux-suede finish with a fuzzy lining. —

Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 15 Jan. 2023 While most shearling jackets are ideal for snuggling up during freezing temps, this Lauren Ralph Lauren velvety faux-suede and shearling jacket provides a lighter option for the tricky transitional period between winter and spring. —

Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 9 Jan. 2023 Common fabrics include cotton, linen, silk, bamboo, flannel, faux fur or suede, microfiber, and sateen. —

Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2023 All are crafted from natural and recycled materials including cotton canvas, cork, and vegan suede. —

Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2023 Polyester, nylon and other synthetic materials help add durability and are usually cheaper than fur or suede. —

Abigail Bailey, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022 For a little something extra, Gianvito Rossi's suede slingback offers iridescent crystals in a variety of sizes. —

Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 5 Dec. 2022

Verb

Within the first release from the capsule collection, suede high-heels are constructed with bold contrast colors and eye-catching seam lines that were both inspired by Self’s play, Sounding Board. —

Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 1 Mar. 2022 The seats are comfortable and stylish, and the Ocean's headliner looks similar to suede roof linings popular on modern luxury cars. —

Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 17 Nov. 2021 From sleek cross-trainers to suede sneakers, stay comfortable in a fresh pair of kicks. —

NBC News, 22 June 2020 The performance suede leather and mesh is waterproof and breathable. —

Outdoor Life, 13 May 2020 The signature suede classic and limited shades of the pointe flat can also be made to measure starting at $275. —

Nerissa Pacio Itchon, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Feb. 2018 BUY NOW: Suede penny loafers ($625) by Tod's, mrporter.com For Bad Scuffs, Use a Knife Scuffs on suede are generally nothing more than a spot on the grain that has gotten too matted down. —

Scott Christian, Esquire, 9 Aug. 2017 See More

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