patent leather

noun

pat·​ent leather ˈpa-tᵊn(t)- How to pronounce patent leather (audio)
 British usually  ˈpā-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface

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Black patent leather slingback pumps and diamond drop earrings completed her look. Hannah Malach, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024 Sophie Turner went as Trinity from The Matrix—and her sleek patent leather bodysuit and tiny shades were on point. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024 The stainless steel case, black patent leather crocodile band, and custom engravings are emblematic of IDK's ability to turn personal stories into physical, collectible items. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 Underneath the dress, Hahn sported platform brogue heels in a patent leather, which added mega height. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for patent leather 

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of patent leather was in 1816

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“Patent leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patent%20leather. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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patent leather

noun
pat·​ent leather ˌpat-ᵊn(t)- How to pronounce patent leather (audio)
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface

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