variants
or less commonly suède
1
: leather with a napped surface
2
: a fabric finished with a nap to simulate suede
sueded; sueding
: to give a suede finish or nap to (a fabric or leather)
: to give cloth or leather a suede finish
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Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Try the style for less with this faux suede purse that's inspired by a spacious carryall Jennifer Aniston recently accessorized with.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
Not to mention, the suede upper is protected with a 3M Scotchguard treatment that repels water, so you’re quite literally covered for any rain showers or dirty puddles.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2025
The vanilla here is sophisticated rather than dessert-like, thanks to the interplay with cedarwood and that stunning suede note.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The boot takes the classic Ugg look of a suede upper and sheepskin lining and amps it up with extra coverage, showcasing a slightly slouchy shaft reaching well above the knee; the style also features buckles down the back of the shaft.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Try the style for less with this faux suede purse that's inspired by a spacious carryall Jennifer Aniston recently accessorized with.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
Not to mention, the suede upper is protected with a 3M Scotchguard treatment that repels water, so you’re quite literally covered for any rain showers or dirty puddles.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2025
The vanilla here is sophisticated rather than dessert-like, thanks to the interplay with cedarwood and that stunning suede note.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for suede
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“Suede.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suede. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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