taylor
Translation
tailor
Examples
He works as a taylor in London.
He works as a tailor in London.
The taylor measured him for a new suit.
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
Grammar Patterns
((a taylor)) a person who makes clothes He works as a taylor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tailor, seamstress, dressmaker
Etymology
From Old French "tailleur" (cutter), from "taillier" (to cut). The spelling "taylor" is an archaic variant of the modern "tailor".
Memory Tips
Note that "taylor" is an old spelling. The modern and common spelling for this profession is "tailor". The surname "Taylor" comes from this occupation.