cutleress

/ˈkʌtlərɛs/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman who makes or sells cutlery; a female cutler.

“She was a skilled cutleress who crafted intricate knives and forks.”

2. noun

A historical term for the wife of a cutler, a person who made or sold cutlery.

“In the past, the cutleress played a significant role in the family business.”

Synonyms

  • cutler
  • cutlery maker

Antonyms

  • non-professional
  • unskilled craftsworker