shoemaker

noun

shoe·​mak·​er ˈshü-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce shoemaker (audio)
: a person whose occupation is making or repairing shoes

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What To Know Nordstrom was founded as shoe store Wallin & Nordstrom in 1901 by family patriarch John W. Nordstrom, a Swedish immigrant who started the company with money acquired by prospecting during the Klondike Gold Rush, and cofounder Carl Wallin, a Seattle shoemaker. Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024 Church’s Knows Its Craft When debating the top five heritage shoemakers of all time, Church’s is undoubtedly in that conversation. Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024 Of the 10 analysts covering the shoemaker, six rate it as a buy while four have a hold rating, per LSEG. Pia Singh, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024 Defined by their low heel, ankle height, and pull-on loops, Chelsea boots have been around since the Victorian era; The first pair was actually designed in 1837 by Queen Victoria’s shoemaker, Joseph Sparkes Hall, himself. Christina Pérez, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shoemaker 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoemaker was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near shoemaker

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“Shoemaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoemaker. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

shoemaker

noun
shoe·​mak·​er -ˌmā-kər How to pronounce shoemaker (audio)
: a person who makes or repairs shoes

Biographical Definition

Shoemaker

biographical name

Shoe·​mak·​er ˈshü-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce Shoemaker (audio)
Eugene Merle 1928–1997 American planetary geologist

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