Word
mercer
Phoneticsmer·cer
US/ˈmɝsɝ/
UK/mˈɜːsɐ/
Definition
n. a person who sells fine fabrics, especially silk and velvet.
n. a merchant who deals in textiles, specifically high-quality fabrics such as silk, velvet, and fine linen.
Examples
“The mercer showed the queen several rolls of fine silk.”
“In medieval London, a wealthy mercer might supply the royal court with imported velvets and embroidered cloths.”
“The rise of the merchant class allowed the local mercer to accumulate significant political influence within the city's governing council.”
Examples
simple
“The mercer showed the queen several rolls of fine silk.”
contextual
“In medieval London, a wealthy mercer might supply the royal court with imported velvets and embroidered cloths.”
complex
“The rise of the merchant class allowed the local mercer to accumulate significant political influence within the city's governing council.”
Usage
Commonly encountered in historical literature or when referring to the Livery Companies of the City of London.
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