Definitions

1. noun

A mercer is a dealer in textiles, especially fine cloth, or a person who sells haberdashery.

“The mercer in the local market sold exquisite fabrics from around the world.”

2. noun

Mercery refers to the trade or occupation of a mercer.

“During the Middle Ages, the mercery was a significant trade in many towns.”

3. verb

To mercer something means to supply or furnish it with fine cloth, especially for decoration.

“The architect decided to mercer the interior of the mansion with luxurious fabrics.”