glover
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈɡɫəvɝ// UK //ɡlˈʌvɐ// glover
n. a person who makes or sells gloves. You might see this word today as a family name or in history books about old crafts.
n. a maker or seller of gloves. Historically significant as a trade profession, though now largely restricted to artisanal contexts or used as a surname.
The local glover crafted a pair of soft leather mittens.
In the sixteenth century, a master glover would have been a respected member of the local merchant guild.
While mass production has largely replaced the traditional glover, a few bespoke workshops still exist to provide hand-stitched accessories for high-end fashion houses.
Usage
Commonly encountered as a proper noun (surname) in modern English.