English Explanatory Dictionary

haberdashery

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Ribbons, buttons, thread, needles and similar sewing goods sold in a haberdasher's shop.
  2. A shop selling such goods.
  3. A shop selling clothing and accessories for men, including hats.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

haberdashery haberdasheries

Etymology

From haberdasher + -y (nominalizer).

Related words

hatmaking millinery
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