satiny

adjective

sat·​iny ˈsa-tᵊn-ē How to pronounce satiny (audio)
ˈsat-nē
: having or resembling the soft usually lustrous smoothness of satin
a satiny finish

Examples of satiny in a Sentence

There's a satiny feel to the material. the satiny short coat of an Arabian horse
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This one’s accompanied by satiny potato purée, and the sauce comes from one of two pots in which the week’s bones simmer all day and night. Lindsey Tramuta Thibault Montamat, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2023 If a demi-shine, satiny finish is more your speed, then swipe on a coat of Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lipstick. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2023 As the children ran around the Playa Vista park on Sunday morning, their satiny red qipaos, or traditional Chinese dresses, signaled that this was no ordinary day. Helen Lipodcast Producer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2023 Anya Taylor-Joy’s sprightly yellow Dior look, consisting of a satiny bra top and long floor-length skirt, felt modern and timeless. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2023 See all Example Sentences for satiny 

Word History

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of satiny was in 1693

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“Satiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satiny. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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