Mercer: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿงต
Add to dictionary

mercer

 

[ หˆmษœหrsษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

trade professional

A mercer is an individual who trades in fine fabrics and textiles, especially luxury goods such as silk and wool. Historically, mercers played a critical role in the development of trade and commerce in Europe, particularly during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. In addition to dealing in textiles, they often sold other goods like clothing and accessories. The term can also refer to a merchant who specializes in selling particular items, especially luxury ones. Mercers were notable for their expertise in quality and their ability to cater to affluent clients.

Synonyms

merchant, textile dealer, trader.

Examples of usage

  • The mercer sold exquisite silks.
  • She visited the mercer to buy some fabric.
  • The city had a famous mercer known for unique textiles.

Translations

Translations of the word "mercer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฐเฅเค•เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mercer

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั€ัะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒผใ‚ตใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mercer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mercer

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋จธ์„œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุงุฌุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mercer

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mercer

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ•†ไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั€ัะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mercer

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mercer

Etymology

The word 'mercer' originates from the Middle English term 'mercere', which itself is derived from the Old French 'mercier', meaning 'merchant'. This word traces further back to the Latin 'merx', meaning 'goods' or 'merchandise'. The evolution of the word reflects the importance of trade and the merchant class during the medieval period. Mercers were not only pivotal in the selling of textiles but also contributed significantly to the growth of commercial cities as centers of trade. The mercerโ€™s role included not just selling but also a deep understanding of the quality and styles of fabrics, which made them essential figures in the fashion trade. As the textile industry developed, so did the profession, leading to the mercerโ€™s establishment as a respected figure in society.