Complete Definition of "haberdasher"

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Etymology
Uncertain but may derive from Anglofrench habertas small goods

etystub|could this have derived from haberdash + ery rather than other way around?

Noun
en-noun

  1. A dealer in ribbons, buttons, thread, needles and similar sewing goods.
  2. US) A men's outfitter, usually a men's haberdasher.
  3. UK A member of the Haberdashers livery company.

Derived terms
haberdashery

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