saffian
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- noun
- /ˈsæfiən/
- The book was bound in saffian leather.
- book bound in saffian
- bound in saffian
Examples
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The book was beautifully bound in saffian leather, which added to its luxurious appearance.
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Collectors value notebooks bound in genuine saffian for their durability and elegance.
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The antique book was covered in rich saffian that had aged beautifully over time.
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She admired the wallet crafted from smooth saffian in the boutique window.
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She chose a saffian wallet for its durability.
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He admired the saffian wallet, noting its softness and elegant sheen.
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This handbag is made from saffian, ensuring both durability and a high-end look.
Synonyms
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The skin of an animal made smooth and used to make items like shoes and bags
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Soft leather from a young goat used for gloves or shoes
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Leather made from the skin of a goat used to make things like gloves or drum covers
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Soft, smooth leather made from the skin of a young goat used for gloves and fine clothes
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Soft leather made from goat skin used for gloves and fine items
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A soft, strong leather from goat skin with a bumpy surface used for shoes and book covers
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Soft, strong leather from a goat used for book covers and small items
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A strong fine leather used to cover books
Soft leather made from goat skin for small items
A strong, high-quality leather with a visible grain used to cover books
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Saffian probably comes from the Moroccan town Safi, which was known long ago for making fine tanned skins; so the name came to mean a soft goatskin leather used for book covers and luxury items.