satiny

[ sat-n-ee ]
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adjective
  1. satinlike; smooth; glossy.

Origin of satiny

1
First recorded in 1780–90; satin + -y1

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How to use satiny in a sentence

  • Their plumage has a peculiar satiny appearance and is quite dazzling when viewed in the sunlight.

    The Bird Book | Chester A. Reed
  • It stood in there on the table, made of yellow satiny wood, with a sliding lid ornamented with a beautiful little picture.