: a fabric (as of silk) in satin weave with lustrous face and dull back
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: made of or covered with satin
2
: suggestive of satin especially in smooth lustrous appearance or sleekness to touch
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Examples of satin in a Sentence
Noun
a dress made of satin
Adjective
the satin petals of a rose
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Gavia Baker-Whitelaw, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
This blouse from Banana Republic Factory is so elegant thanks to the shiny satin fabric, and the long sleeves have an elastic cuff to lock in heat.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
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Noun
This fabric introduces a new texture to Sofia’s wardrobe; a liquid satin with a chiffon overlay.
—Gavia Baker-Whitelaw, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
This blouse from Banana Republic Factory is so elegant thanks to the shiny satin fabric, and the long sleeves have an elastic cuff to lock in heat.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Adjective
Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
—Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
See all Example Sentences for satin
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“Satin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satin. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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