suede

/ˈsweɪd/ or /ˈswiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of leather made from the skin of young animals, especially sheep or calves, treated with a waxy or oily substance to give it a soft, velvety finish and texture.

“The new pair of shoes was made from high-quality suede that matched perfectly with the outfit.”

2. verb

to treat leather with a waxy or oily substance to give it a soft, velvety finish and texture.

“The shoemaker suede the new pair of shoes to give them a luxurious look.”

Synonyms

  • leather
  • velvet

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • rough