cordovan
- adjective
- /ˈkɔrdəvən/
- The bag was crafted from cordovan leather, giving it a distinctive deep purplish-red color that stood out.
- Cordovan loafers
Examples
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Paramedics #2 and #3 are wearing blue jackets, blue pants, and cordovan cushion-soled shoes.
Fiction book (2002) -
He was wearing a snappy handmade suit by Vuitton, gleaming Cordovan leather shoes, and prescription Ray-Bans.
Fiction book (2000) -
As long as it's either black or cordovan, it's okay.
Fiction book (2000) -
I knew that the cordovan man and his friend were under a great misapprehension, certain that I was crazy and dangerous.
Fiction book (1991) -
Cordovan loafers.
Fiction book (1992) -
The thing people don't understand about Aldens, particularly the cordovan Aldens, is that all that money buys you a shoe that will last 20 years or more with care—and that will look *great* the whole time.
Blog text (25) -
He admired the rich hue of the cordovan leather on his new shoes, which perfectly complemented his outfit.
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She chose a cordovan leather jacket for its luxurious look and elegant shine, making it a timeless addition to her wardrobe.
Synonyms
A deep red color with a little purple
A dark reddish brown color
A dark, strong red colour that looks rich
A very dark red color like red wine
A dark purple-red colour like red wine
A deep red color like red wine
A dark red color like red wine
A deep red with a purple tint
A deep purple color mixed with red
A red color with a little purple in it
A dark red color like red wine
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word cordovan comes from the same leather made in Córdoba, which was often dyed a 'deep purplish-red'. That's why cordovan is also used to describe that rich, dark red color on leather and other items.