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

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Example Sentences

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leatherette

The Cloud Core Wireless has a mostly aluminum frame with leatherette cushions on the headband and earcups.

From The Verge ● Aug. 30, 2022

Both feature virtually the same design, with a padded leatherette band and removable earcups, as well as the ability to pair with devices via 2.4Ghz wireless.

From The Verge ● Aug. 19, 2022

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 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

But later, after my mother lost her faith in God, that leatherette Bible wound up wedged under a too-short table leg, a way for her to correct the imbalances of life.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan

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