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nubuck

Pronunciation: /ˈnjuːbʌk/
Definition of nubuck

noun

[mass noun]
  • cowhide leather that has been rubbed on the outer side of the hide to give it a feel like that of suede.

Origin:

early 20th century: origin obscure, perhaps a respelling of new + buck1

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