adj
Meaning 1
Like satin, smooth and shiny, glossy.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
satiny
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adjective satellite
Meaning 2
having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- glossy auburn hair
- satiny gardenia petals
- sleek black fur
- silken eyelashes
- silky skin
- a silklike fabric
- slick seals and otters
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: sleek, silken, silky, silklike, slick
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From satin + -y.
Across languages
Translations
3 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Bulgarian: атлазен (atlazen) — like satin
- Bulgarian: лъскав (lǎskav) — like satin
- Portuguese: satinado — like satin