Draper (Noun)
Meaning
A dealer in fabrics and sewing materials (and sometimes in clothing and drygoods).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The draper on the high street was known for its extensive range of luxurious fabrics and expert advice.
- In the old days, the village draper would travel from town to town selling his goods from a horse-drawn cart.
- She was delighted to discover that the draper had an entire floor dedicated to silks and fine linens.
- The draper's shop had been a fixture on the main street for generations, offering everything from threads to towels.
- After completing her apprenticeship with the local draper, Sarah decided to open her own small sewing business.