Synonyms for

Draper

Verb / ˈdreɪpɜ: / Another word for draper — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person who sells cloth and fabric materials

Synonyms & similar words

clothier tailor seamster haberdasher

Synonyms by register

Formal

clothier outfitter haberdasher

Informal

shopkeeper merchant seller

Literary

purveyor of textiles vendor of fabrics

Antonyms

buyer consumer customer purchaser client patron

Common collocations

  • linen draper
  • wool draper
  • silk draper
  • draper's shop
  • draper's assistant
  • wholesale draper
  • retail draper

Word family

noun drapery
adjective draping

Usage note

A draper historically sold cloth and clothing. While the term is less common today, it can still refer to a seller of fabrics or a clothing retailer.

Example sentences

  1. The draper showed me how to measure and cut the fabric.
  2. My mom bought beautiful curtains from the draper.
  3. I want to be a draper when I grow up and design my own clothes.
  4. The draper had a wide range of fabrics to choose from.
  5. I visited the draper to buy a new dress for my birthday.

Quotes

  • "The draper's shop was a treasure trove of colors and textures." - Eowyn Ivey
  • "I'm not a draper. I'm a designer." - Ralph Lauren
  • "The draper is the backbone of the fashion industry." - Alexander McQueen

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