milliner

[mil-uh-ner]

noun

1. a person who designs, makes, or sells hats for women.

milliner

/ ˈmɪlɪnə /

noun

1. a person who makes or sells women's hats

Word History and Origins

Origin of milliner¹

First recorded in 1520–30; variant of obsolete Milaner “native of Milan, dealer in goods from Milan” ( Milan was formerly accented on the first syllable); -er ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of milliner¹

C16: originally Milaner, a native of Milan, at that time famous for its fancy goods

Example Sentences

At the milliner’s shop, she chose a bonnet to match the dress, and at the shoemaker’s, a pair of sturdy oxfords that would do nicely for the fall weather.

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The 77-year-old wore a blue feathered hat made by a milliner to the late Queen and carried a bag designed by Lady Victoria.

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A milliner landed a commission of a lifetime after Lady Gaga ordered four hats from her, and she said the "knock-on effects have been massive".

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There is a contest for best dressed at Churchill Downs and there are three official milliners this year.

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His father cut men’s suits in Manhattan’s garment district; his mother was a milliner.

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