Cobbler: meaning, definitions and examples

Mainly used in British English to refer to someone who mends shoes. In some places, it can also mean someone who makes and repairs shoes.

• The cobbler fixed the broken heel on my favorite boots.
• I always go to the local cobbler when my shoes need mending.

In British English, 'cobbler' refers to a person who repairs shoes. Though not used often in this context in everyday conversation, it still appears in literary texts and formal contexts.

• He took his old boots to the cobbler for repairs.
• The village cobbler was known for his excellent craftsmanship.

This term is more commonly used in British English and refers to a dessert similar to a 'fruit crisp' but typically the topping is more crumbly and may not include oats. Popular in home cooking, it's often enjoyed with custard or cream.

• Her specialty is a blackberry crumble with a hint of cinnamon.
• We loved the rhubarb crumble she made for dessert.

Commonly used in North American English, especially in the United States and Canada, to describe a dessert with fruit at the bottom and a crispy, crumbly topping made of sugar, butter, and flour, often with oats or nuts. It's ideal for potlucks and family gatherings.

• She brought an apple crisp to the picnic.
• For Thanksgiving, they always make a cranberry-apple crisp.