satin
Americannoun
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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.
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a dress or other garment of satin.
She wore her green satin.
adjective
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of or like satin; smooth; glossy.
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made of or covered or decorated with satin.
a satin pillow.
noun
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a fabric of silk, rayon, etc, closely woven to show much of the warp, giving a smooth glossy appearance
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(modifier) of or like satin in texture
a satin finish
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
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A palette of pastel mint green and baby pink was showcased, with bejewelled satin trouser suits and sparkling evening gowns.
From BBC
Suzi, who is ten, and Dina, who is eight, are decked out in their finest dresses and have satin bows in their hair.
From Literature
“You cannot possibly wear those godforsaken boots,” whispered Aunt Kitty as she felt under her bed for her satin slippers.
From Literature
Holly, 34, from Reading, hunted in charity shops and vintage fairs for foil decorations, satin baubles, tablecloths and china.
From BBC
The gold satin skirt was wrapped and layered like a flaky golden pastry from a Parisian bakery.
From Literature
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