satin

American  

[sat-n] / ˈsæt n /

noun

1. a fabric in a warp-effect or filling-effect satin weave, as acetate, rayon, nylon, or silk, often having a glossy face and a soft, slippery texture.

2. satin weave.

3. a dress or other garment of satin.

   She wore her green satin.

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adjective

1. of or like satin; smooth; glossy.

2. made of or covered or decorated with satin.

   a satin pillow.

satin British  

/ ˈsætɪn /

noun

1. a fabric of silk, rayon, etc, closely woven to show much of the warp, giving a smooth glossy appearance

2. (modifier) of or like satin in texture

   a satin finish

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Other Word Forms

• satin-like adjective
• satinlike adjective
• satiny adjective

Etymology

Origin of satin

1325–75; Middle English satyn ( e ) < Middle French satin, probably < Arabic ( aṭlas ) zaytūnī (satin) of Zaitun a city in China where the cloth was made, probably Tsinkiang

Example Sentences

It was pink and soft, with a satin edge and an oval stain caused by a regrettable interaction with Silly Putty.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of the designs wouldn't have looked out of place on the Wuthering Heights set, including their satin corsets and full-skirted maxi dresses.

From BBC

Mom used to greet party guests with glasses of champagne, her satin cocktail dress swishing above her knees and her high heels clicking against the wood floor.

From Literature

After a while I heard the rustling of her skirts, and Mrs. Saylor came back carrying a red satin box.

From Literature

He picks up the tie and unfolds it so the satin finish catches the light.

From Literature

Related Words

• glistening
• polished
• shiny
• silky