Definitions

1. noun

A dealer in or seller of something, especially cloth or other textiles.

“The mercer sold fine fabrics to the local nobility.”

2. noun

A member of a medieval guild of textile merchants.

“The mercer was a respected member of the medieval community.”

3. verb

To sell or deal in (something), especially cloth or other textiles.

“The merchant mercered fine silks to the wealthy elite.”