patent leather

Meaning

Leather that has been given a high-gloss, shiny finish.

Synonyms

varnished leather

Translations

cuir verni

couro envernizado

charāo

فرنيه

xarol

λουστρίνι

Etymology

So named because the category began with patented formulations for tanning and finishing; for more, see Wikipedia at patent leather § History.

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