What does leatherette mean?
Definitions for leatherette
ˌlɛð əˈrɛtleather·ette
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Princeton's WordNet
leatherette, imitation leathernoun
fabric made to look like leather
Wiktionary
leatherettenoun
A type of fabric, often plastic, made to imitate the appearance of leather.
Etymology: leather + -ette; originally a trademark that has since been genericized
Wikipedia
leatherette
Artificial leather, also called synthetic leather, is a material intended to substitute for leather in upholstery, clothing, footwear, and other uses where a leather-like finish is desired but the actual material is cost prohibitive or unsuitable, or for ethical concerns. Artificial leather is known under many names, including leatherette, imitation leather, faux leather, vegan leather, PU leather, and pleather.
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leatherette
Leatherette is a type of artificial leather, usually made by covering a fabric base with plastic. It is designed to mimic the appearance and texture of real leather, while being more durable and easier to maintain. It is often used for upholstery, clothing, bags and other items.
Webster Dictionary
Leatherettenoun
an imitation of leather, made of paper and cloth
Etymology: [Leather + et, F. -ette.]
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of leatherette in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of leatherette in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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