Cobbler

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑblər/

Definitions of cobbler

noun A deep-dish fruit pie with a rich biscuit crust, usually only on top

Example Sentences

A1 A cobbler fixes shoes.

A2 I went to the cobbler to get my boots repaired.

B1 The cobbler used high-quality leather to resole my favorite pair of shoes.

B2 The cobbler's shop was filled with the scent of leather and shoe polish.

C1 The cobbler was renowned for his craftsmanship and attention to detail.

C2 The cobbler's expertise extended beyond just repairing shoes to creating custom-made footwear.

Examples of cobbler in a Sentence

formal The cobbler repaired my shoes with expert craftsmanship.

informal I'm thinking of taking my old boots to the cobbler to see if they can fix them up.

slang I heard the cobbler down the street does a bang-up job on shoe repairs.

figurative As a writer, I see myself as a cobbler of words, piecing together sentences to create a beautiful story.

Grammatical Forms of cobbler

• past tense: cobbled
• plural: cobblers
• comparative: more cobbler
• superlative: most cobbler
• present tense: cobbles
• future tense: will cobbler
• perfect tense: have cobbled
• continuous tense: is cobbling
• singular: cobbler
• positive degree: cobbler
• infinitive: to cobble
• gerund: cobbling
• participle: cobbled

Origin and Evolution of cobbler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'cobbler' originated from the Middle English word 'cobeler', which was derived from the Old French word 'cobel', meaning 'wooden bowl'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cobbler' evolved to refer specifically to a person who repairs shoes, rather than a maker of wooden bowls. The term is now commonly used to describe a person who mends or makes shoes as a profession.