satin

American  

[sat-n] / ˈsæt n /

noun

1. a fabric in a warp-effect or filling-effect satin weave, as acetate, rayon, nylon, or silk, often having a glossy face and a soft, slippery texture.

2. satin weave.

3. a dress or other garment of satin.

   She wore her green satin.

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adjective

1. of or like satin; smooth; glossy.

2. made of or covered or decorated with satin.

   a satin pillow.

satin British  

/ ˈsætɪn /

noun

1. a fabric of silk, rayon, etc, closely woven to show much of the warp, giving a smooth glossy appearance

2. (modifier) of or like satin in texture

   a satin finish

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Other Word Forms

• satin-like adjective
• satinlike adjective
• satiny adjective

Etymology

Origin of satin

1325–75; Middle English satyn ( e ) < Middle French satin, probably < Arabic ( aṭlas ) zaytūnī (satin) of Zaitun a city in China where the cloth was made, probably Tsinkiang

Example Sentences

It was of fur, with a blue satin ribbon for under the chin.

From Literature

“The cut of your dress is fetching, but choose something with a more decorative fabric. Flowers or dragons. Something in satin. Yes, a red satin would really stand out.”

From Literature

Songwriter Diane Warren, who is nominated for best original song and is hoping for 17th time lucky at the Oscars, wore an elegant satin suit topped off with a black neck bow.

From BBC

Sombr lived up to his name with a moody looking, gothic red satin and black lace top complete with tailored red trousers.

From BBC

In the center stood a cradle, covered in white satin and embroidered with gold thread.

From Literature

Related Words

• glistening
• polished
• shiny
• silky