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Modiste (Noun)

Meaning 1

Someone who makes and sells hats.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The modiste carefully crafted each hat to ensure it was a perfect fit for her discerning clients.
  • As a young modiste, she spent hours perfecting her skills and building a loyal customer base.
  • The modiste's boutique was a popular destination for ladies seeking fashionable headpieces.
  • After completing her apprenticeship, the modiste opened her own shop and quickly gained a reputation for creating exquisite hats.
  • The modiste took great pride in her work, carefully selecting each fabric and trimming every hat with precision and flair.

Synonyms

  • Milliner
  • Hatmaker
  • Hatter

Hypernyms

  • Maker
  • Shaper
  • Merchant
  • Merchandiser

Meaning 2

Someone who makes or mends dresses.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The modiste carefully fitted the intricate lace onto the wedding gown's bodice.
  • She apprenticed with a renowned modiste in Paris to learn the art of haute couture.
  • The small shop employed a skilled modiste who could alter a garment to perfection.
  • As a modiste, Madame Dupont spent her days creating exquisite dresses for the city's elite.
  • In 19th-century England, a modiste was a vital member of any respectable household staff.

Synonyms

  • Dressmaker
  • Sempstress
  • Seamstress
  • Needlewoman

Hypernyms

  • Garmentmaker
  • Garment Worker
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