as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the growing antlers of a young deer are covered with a velvetlike skin
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Adjective
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The matching tennis necklace feels silky smooth and comfortable on the skin.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025 -
Certain brands may also have a dryer texture versus a silky, creamier one.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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These attempts to reshape the narrative around China’s actions go way beyond cultural soft power.—
Isabelle Mayault,
The Dial,
8 July 2025
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For ultimate comfort, the loveseat and chairs also include 3.9-inch foam cushions wrapped in soft cotton.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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“Velvetlike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/velvetlike. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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