
Draper
Occupation Term
Used to describe someone's job, specifically in the textile industry.
My aunt is a draper, she provides the best fabrics in town.
Store Type
Refers to a specific shop type, not any cloth-selling outlet.
Let's go to the draper's on Main Street; they have a variety of curtains.
Historical Usage
In the past, a draper was more common; nowadays, the term is less frequently used.
The draper fitted customers with suits in 19th-century London.
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ClothierDressmakerHaberdasherOutfitterTailor
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