leatherette

American  

[leth-uh-ret] / ˌlɛð əˈrɛt /

noun

1. a material constructed of paper or cloth and finished to simulate the grain, color, and texture of leather.

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leatherette British  

/ ˌlɛðəˈrɛt /

noun

1. an imitation leather made from paper, cloth, etc

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Etymology

Origin of leatherette

1875–80; formerly a trademark; see leather, -ette

Example Sentences

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leatherette

You could have landed lower “S” trims that lack the leatherette seats and have steering wheels in the $20,000 range, and with the federal $7,500 incentive, it could go even lower.

From The Verge ● Aug. 4, 2022

The bag also comes with a leatherette strap, so you can keep your hands free while keeping the clutch on your person.

From The Verge ● Jun. 8, 2022

Another interesting detail is the leatherette finish on the top lid — a purely aesthetic feature, no doubt, but unique nevertheless.

From The Verge ● May 6, 2022

The Dirk office chair sports a chrome frame and a foam-filled seat and back that are constructed as a single piece and upholstered in leatherette.

From New York Times ● Apr. 21, 2022

The metal-edged Formica table with matching red leatherette chairs in the other.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx