sateen

noun

sa·​teen sa-ˈtēn 

sə-

: a smooth durable lustrous fabric usually made of cotton in satin weave

Examples of sateen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And thanks to popular qualities like 100% cotton sateen covers with 200- to 400-thread counts, these pillows also offer a breathable feel and sumptuous look. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026

Available in six muted colors, the sheets have a sateen weave that’s soft and smooth, with a bit of stretch to maintain a proper fit even as the bed adjusts. — V Brand Stories, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Luxury or delicate materials like silk, velvet, or sateen are not as practical to wash over and over again. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2026

This modern take on an ageless silhouette offers a hint of sheen from sateen, mother-of-pearl front buttons, and a bit of stretch for all-day comfort. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 20 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

alteration of satin

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sateen

• agin
• alkene
• allene
• ameen
• amin
• arene
• athene
• baleen
• beeline
• benzene
• between
• bromine

Kids Definition

sateen

noun

sa·​teen sa-ˈtēn 

: a glossy cotton fabric resembling satin