patent leather

noun

Definition of patent leathernext
as in suede

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Recent Examples of patent leather Break up a black-and-white outfit with juicy pops of color, like this creator’s apple-green flats or the lavender patent leather pair below. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 4 July 2026 The same mule takes on a glossier finish in black and white patent leather, both priced at $895, while a bronze calf-leather iteration is listed at $935. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 The reflective finish was reminiscent of patent leather and picked up the shimmery tones on her eyes too. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for patent leather
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patent leather
  1. suede
  2. kid
  3. crocodile
  4. seal
  5. antelope
  6. sheepskin
  7. alligator
  8. snakeskin
Noun
  • The crochet, the suede, the fringe; its patron saints Kate Moss and Sienna Miller.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026
  • The kicks have stylish suede uppers, plush insoles, and thick, rubber outsoles with plenty of traction for any kind of trek.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 July 2026
Definition of suede
Noun
  • The politician started the team as a positive force for school-age kids, to keep kids in school, off drugs and out of gangs through athletic acrobatic practice and performance.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
  • These two summer nutrition programs work in concert to provide a solution to the long-standing challenge of summer hunger for kids.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 July 2026
Definition of kid
Noun
  • Jennifer Lopez rocks an Hermés crocodile handbag while attending Paris Fashion Week on July 6.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026
  • It had been pulled into the river and devoured by an enormous crocodile.
    — Jack O'Connor, Outdoor Life, 8 July 2026
Definition of crocodile
Noun
  • Though Australians may be used to seeing other types of seals on their coasts – fur seals, leopard seals – Neil’s species is much less common, adding to his appeal.
    — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • The proposal builds on existing seals for civics education and biliteracy to recognize high school graduates for civic and language excellence.
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of seal
Noun
  • Cedar Hollow Ranch is home to hundreds of animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and antelope.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 June 2026
  • The ranch is home to a couple of hundred animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and an antelope found in Central Africa.
    — Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 24 June 2026
Definition of antelope
Noun
  • The crossover sandals are made from a smooth, soft-to-the-touch Italian sheepskin leather, while a cushioned OrthoLite footbed provides all-day comfort.
    — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
  • This piece looks and feels much more luxe than its $134 price tag would imply thanks to the buttery soft Italian leather construction and sheepskin lining.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Definition of sheepskin
Noun
  • However, the snout of an alligator is more blunt and u-shaped.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • That same weekend, an 11-year-old boy visiting from Pennsylvania had his hand amputated after an alligator bite at a Marion County fishing camp.
    — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of alligator
Noun
  • Adidas put Bad Bunny in its World Cup ad and a $160 F50 sneaker on shelves, then handed its Predator boot to Hermès designer Grace Wales Bonner, who produced a $350 snakeskin version.
    — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
  • Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 23 June 2026
Definition of snakeskin

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