leatherette

American

[leth-uh-ret] / ˌlɛð əˈrɛt /

noun

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

leatherette British

/ ˌlɛðəˈrɛt /

noun

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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The replaceable ear cushions use memory foam for better extended comfort, and the leatherette headband didn’t cause any aching or dull pain on my large head, even during lengthy listening sessions.

From The Verge • Jun. 29, 2022

The earcups have a similar shape and feel to those on the G435, opting for a slightly angular design and breathable fabric for the cushions instead of leatherette.

From The Verge • Jun. 16, 2022

The brown nylon and leatherette case uses a magnetic clasp enclosure, and sandwiches your Switch between a pair of pads built into the bag.

From The Verge • Jun. 8, 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 sun-baked car didn’t have air conditioning and the back of my shirt turned into wet adhesive, binding clammy skin to black leatherette.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx

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