patent leather
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nt, ˈpæt noun
a hard, glossy, smooth leather, used especially in shoes and accessories.
Origin:
1820–30, Americanism
1820–30, Americanism
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| patent leather | |
| —n | |
| leather or imitation leather processed with lacquer to give a hard glossy surface | |
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Patent leather
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
Example sentences
Now patent leather shoes-not to mention bags and belts-are back, as part of fashion's focus on shine.
To shine and protect patent leather shoes, rub with a dab or petroleum jelly.
One or two strap effects in patent leather with cut-outs.
Shoulder-length hair and patent leather party shoes complete the ensemble.
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