cobblerism

/kəbˈlɛrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A system or practice of making shoes, especially on a small scale or in a traditional way.

“The local artisan’s cobblerism was renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship.”

2. noun

A system or practice of mending or repairing shoes, especially on a small scale or in a traditional way.

“The cobbler’s shop was a hub of cobblerism, where people would bring in their worn-out shoes to be repaired.”

Synonyms

  • cobbling
  • shoemaking

Antonyms

  • industrialization
  • mass production