Shoemaker

/ˈʃuːˌmeɪkər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who makes shoes as a profession.

After learning the trade from his father, he became a skilled shoemaker.

A person who repairs shoes.

I took my favorite pair of boots to the shoemaker for some much-needed repairs.

A person who customizes or designs shoes.

The shoemaker created a unique design for the fashion show.

Middle English, from 'shoo' + 'maker'

shoemaker's children go barefoot

A proverb indicating that professionals often neglect their own needs or affairs.

cobbler

A shoemaker, especially one who repairs shoes.

cordwainer

A person who makes new shoes and leather goods.

A term used to describe someone who is very particular about their footwear.

He's such a shoemaker, always looking for the latest sneaker releases.