Haberdasher

Pronunciation: /ˈhæbərdæʃər/

Definitions of haberdasher

noun a person who sells small items for sewing, such as buttons, ribbons, and zippers

Example Sentences

A1 The haberdasher sold colorful buttons and ribbons.

A2 I need to visit the haberdasher to buy some thread for my sewing project.

B1 The haberdasher recommended a nice bow tie for the formal event.

B2 The haberdasher's shop was filled with a variety of fabrics and sewing supplies.

C1 As a haberdasher, he had a keen eye for matching fabrics and accessories.

C2 The haberdasher was known for his impeccable taste in creating custom-made suits.

Examples of haberdasher in a Sentence

formal The haberdasher displayed a wide range of high-quality fabrics and trims in his shop.

informal I need to stop by the haberdasher to pick up some new buttons for my coat.

slang I heard that haberdasher is the go-to spot for all the hipsters in town.

figurative As a haberdasher of words, the poet carefully selected each one to create a masterpiece.

Grammatical Forms of haberdasher

• plural: haberdashers
• comparative: more haberdasher
• superlative: most haberdasher
• present tense: haberdashes
• future tense: will haberdash
• perfect tense: has haberdashed
• continuous tense: is haberdashing
• singular: haberdasher
• positive degree: haberdasher
• infinitive: to haberdash
• gerund: haberdashing
• participle: haberdashed

Origin and Evolution of haberdasher

First Known Use: 1375 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'haberdasher' originated from the Middle English term 'haberdassher' which meant a dealer in small articles for sewing like needles, pins, thread, and buttons.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'haberdasher' evolved to refer to a retailer of men's clothing and accessories, particularly hats. The term is now commonly used to describe a seller of men's clothing in general.