satin

English

/ˈsætɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • A cloth woven from silk, nylon or polyester with a glossy surface and a dull back. (The same weaving technique applied to cotton produces cloth termed sateen).

Etymology

Derived from French satin.

Origin

French

satin

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