Definitions

1. noun

a person who engages in commerce, especially a merchant or trader

“The merchant was a successful mercer in the city.”

2. verb

to trade or deal in goods, especially as a merchant or trader

“The company will mercer goods online to reach a wider audience.”

3. noun

a merchant or trader, especially one who deals in textiles or cloth

“The mercer sold fine silks and woolens in the market.”