suede

noun

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\ ˈswād

variants: or less commonly suède

Definition of suede

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : leather with a napped surface

2 : a fabric finished with a nap to simulate suede

suede

verb

sueded; sueding

Definition of suede (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

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

intransitive verb

: to give cloth or leather a suede finish

Examples of suede in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun The suede upper and faux-fur lining fit the hygge vibe perfectly yet are polished enough for school drop-off or a quick grocery store run. — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2021 The dual-handle design makes the product super easy to use, and the soft suede could even make even your Dollar Tree lotions a luxurious experience. — Hannah Cole, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2021 Replaces the Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary edition pickup; includes a multi-function tailgate, all-terrain tires, adjustable cargo tie-down hooks, LED box lighting, suede door bolster with a leather insert. — Nathan Bomey, USA TODAY, 23 Sep. 2021 Then there’s Rick Owens, who collaborated with none other than Birkenstock, the iconic brand behind the suede slip-on clogs. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2021 The engine chortles behind your head, and the ride quality is as soft and smooth as the Race-Tex faux suede that covers everything from the headliner to the armrests. — Elana Scherr, Car and Driver, 22 June 2021 Detachable is what Dell calls the Detachable Keyboard, a spill-proof premium metal and faux-suede keyboard that does for the 7320 what the Signature Type Cover does for the Surface. — Mark Hachman, PCWorld, 27 Apr. 2021 The cozy shearling interior is warm and comfortable, while the suede or leather exterior and rubber outsole give them a polished finish that can be worn just about anywhere. — Rebecca Carhart, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2021 Subtly rippled around the loafer’s moc toe, the suede looks suppler than ever. — Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2021 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb 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

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