drysalter

/ˈdraɪˌsɒltər/

Definitions

1. noun

A dealer in dry goods or a seller of chemical substances, especially in a medieval or historical context.

“The medieval drysalter sold various chemicals to the local apothecary.”

Synonyms

  • chemical seller
  • dry goods merchant

Antonyms

  • humid goods vendor
  • moisture merchant