nubuck
English edit
Etymology edit
Perhaps from new and buck (as in buckskin).
Noun edit
nubuck (countable and uncountable, plural nubucks)
- A type of brushed, soft calf leather, similar to suede. Differs from suede in that while suede is created from the flesh (inner) side of a hide, nubuck is created using the grain (outer) side, giving it added strength and durability.