dressmaker

American  

[dres-mey-ker] / ˈdrɛsˌmeɪ kər /

noun

1. a person whose occupation is the making or alteration of women's dresses, coats, etc.

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adjective

1. (of women's clothing) having soft lines or elaborate detail.

dressmaker British  

/ ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkə /

noun

1. a person whose occupation is making clothes, esp for women

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Other Word Forms

• dressmaking noun

Etymology

Origin of dressmaker

First recorded in 1795–1805; dress + maker

Example Sentences

Santoyo, the dressmaker, said the latest crisis "does bring the community together, helping each other through these tough times."

From Barron's • Oct. 13, 2025

Hisako Hibi would always find time to paint, often early in the mornings before she had to start work as a dressmaker, her daughter said.

From New York Times • Apr. 5, 2024

Biagiotti Cigna’s grandmother, Delia, started the fashion house in the 1960s as a dressmaker.

From Washington Times • Sep. 25, 2023

In addition to originating the voice of Harley Quinn, Sorkin was known for portraying dressmaker Calliope Jones on “Days of Our Lives.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2023

Penelope sent word for the dressmaker to come at once and take down Madame Babushkinov’s instructions.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood