Meaning of the word "patent leather" in English

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patent leather

US /ˈpæt.ənt ˌleð.ər/
UK /ˈpæt.ənt ˌleð.ər/
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Noun

1.

a type of leather with a hard, smooth, and extremely shiny surface, typically black

Example:
She wore elegant shoes made of black patent leather.
The handbag had a glossy finish, resembling patent leather.
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