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Definition of satiny

satiny

/ˈsæt.ə.ni/
sat · in · y
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satiny Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having a smooth, soft, and glossy surface or texture that resembles satin.

Example

"The cabinetmaker applied several coats of wax until the cherry wood developed a warm, satiny finish."

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• Rhymes for satiny

• Nearby Words

satiation
satilla
satin
satiny
satire
satiric
satirical

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the noun 'satin' plus the suffix '-y'. The word 'satin' itself comes from Old French, ultimately tracing back to the Arabic name 'Zaytun' for the Chinese port city of Quanzhou, from which the luxurious silk fabric was exported in the Middle Ages.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Satiny. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/satiny
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