shirtmaker

noun

shirt·​mak·​er ˈshərt-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce shirtmaker (audio)
: one that makes shirts

Examples of shirtmaker in a Sentence

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Designer Todd Snyder, whose eponymous label offers a finely pleated version from Texas shirtmaker Hamilton, sees its comeback as part of an industry-wide trend towards formality. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2024 There’s shirtmaker Charvet, one of the 12 Chanel outposts in the City of Lights, and plenty of watchmakers. Zachary Weiss, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024 Tweedy English shirtmaker Drake’s, best-known for its oxford-cloth button-downs, has even joined the fray. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 9 Aug. 2024 The Swedish shirtmaker unveiled a new line of clothing and accessories on Monday that was inspired by the legendary British rock band and their expansive discography. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2023 An oversize shirt, handmade by the Neapolitan shirtmaker Salvatore Piccolo, is 594 euros. Jessica Iredale, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2023 Storied shirtmakers, many of which hold royal warrants, quickly adopted the style, followed by fashion brands. Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2023 Those wishing to engage the Royal Warrant-holding shirtmaker’s custom services in Manhattan will find the bespoke department on the third floor of its Midtown flagship. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 23 June 2022 Starting as a shirtmaker in 1969, Milanese brand Aspesi had become a favorite outfitter of discerning Italians by the late ’80s and ’90s. Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2022

Word History

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shirtmaker was in 1590

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“Shirtmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shirtmaker. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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