Meaning & use
Leatherette
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A synthetic material made to resemble genuine leather, often used in furniture, bags, and bookbinding as a cheaper alternative.
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The car's seats were upholstered in a durable black leatherette instead of real leather.
The notebook's cover was wrapped in leatherette, giving it a leather-like look at a fraction of the cost.
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Leatherette is typically made from coated fabric or plastic, engineered to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine animal leather.
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