Broquineer

/ˌbrɒkɪˈnɪər/ noun

Definition

A maker or worker with broques (rough leather shoes), or one who engages in brokery or deals in goods.

Etymology

From brogue (Irish/Scottish rough shoe) + -eer (suffix from -ier, indicating one who does something, from French -ier). May also relate to 'broker'.

Kelly Says

The -eer suffix (like in 'musketeer' and 'buccaneer') often marked someone with a particular trade or identity, so 'broquineer' would be a proper period word for someone specializing in those heavy work shoes.

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