Broiderer

/ˈbrɔɪdərər/ noun

Definition

Archaic term for a person who embroiders; a needleworker or decorative craftsperson.

Etymology

From broider with the -er agent suffix; directly related to embroiderer but using an earlier English root form.

Kelly Says

In medieval guild records, you'd find 'broiderers' listed as skilled tradespeople—a name that eventually gave way to 'embroiderer' as the language evolved.

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