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saffian

saffian

9.9
Made of fine soft goatskin leather used for book covers and wallets
  • adjective
  • /ˈsæfiən/
translation icon : safiano
  • The notebook was bound in saffian leather, giving it a luxurious feel.

Examples

  • She carried a small saffian purse that complemented her tailored black coat.

  • She bought a saffian handbag for the gala.

  • Collectors prize saffian book covers for their durability and elegance.

  • The saffian wallet felt luxurious in my hands.

  • The notebook was bound in saffian leather, giving it a luxurious feel.

  • She carried a small saffian purse that complemented her tailored black coat.

  • Collectors prize saffian book covers for their durability and elegance.

Synonyms

leathern
vssaffian
  • Archaic
7.4

Made from animal skin treated to be thick and smooth

refers to a specific fine goatskin used for luxury goods

How Luxurious

saffian
9.9
calfskin
4 6.0
pigskin
2 5.6
leatherette
2 5.2
synthetic
103 4.4

Surface Forms

saffian positive

Etymology

Saffian as an adjective comes from the name of that leather, so something called 'saffian' is 'made of' or 'covered with' that soft, high-quality goatskin, which explains its smooth, elegant feel.