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Suede: meaning, definitions and examples

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suede

 

[ swษ›d ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

material type

Suede is a type of leather that has a soft, napped finish. It is made from the underside of animal hides, and is characterized by its velvety texture and pliability. Due to its unique texture, suede is often used in clothing, footwear, and upholstery.

Synonyms

leather, nap

Examples of usage

  • He bought a suede jacket for the winter.
  • The shoes were made of high-quality suede.
  • She chose a suede bag to complement her outfit.
Context #2 | Adjective

material description

Describing something that is made from or resembles suede characteristic of its soft, textured finish. This term is often used in fashion and design to indicate a luxurious and tactile quality.

Synonyms

soft, velvety

Examples of usage

  • Her new sofa has a suede finish.
  • He prefers suede shoes over leather.
  • The curtains were made of beautiful suede fabric.

Translations

Translations of the word "suede" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น camurรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฎเคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wildleder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ suede

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะผัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamsz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚ฆใ‚งใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท suรจde

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค์›จ์ด๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู„ุฏ ุงู„ู…ุฏุจูˆุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ semiลก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ semรญลก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฟปๆฏ›็šฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ usnje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรบรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั–ะฑะตะบ ั‚ะตั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜ แƒขแƒงแƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรผet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ante

Word origin

The word 'suede' comes from the French term 'gants de Suรจde', which means 'gloves from Sweden'. In the 18th century, the French were particularly noted for their high-quality leather gloves made from the softer leather, and the name stuck. The term later evolved to refer not only to gloves but also to any leather with a similar soft finish. The popularity of suede grew in the 19th century as its use expanded beyond gloves into clothing and accessories. Its unique texture and appearance have made it a favored choice in fashion industries. Suede is distinct from regular leather due to its napped finish achieved by sanding the hide, creating a luxurious feel that has remained popular for centuries.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,668, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.