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    Couturière (en. Seamstress)

    /ku.tyʁ.jɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Professional specialized in sewing, making garments.
    The seamstress created a custom dress for her client.
    La couturière a créé une robe sur mesure pour sa cliente.
    Woman who sews, whether for personal or professional use.
    Before opening her shop, she was a talented seamstress.
    Avant d'ouvrir sa boutique, elle était une couturière talentueuse.
    Textile artist capable of transforming fabrics into clothing.
    This innovative seamstress works with recycled materials.
    Cette couturière innovante travaille avec des matériaux recyclés.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'sewing', from Latin 'cultura' meaning 'culture' or 'to cultivate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to start sewing
    To begin working on a sewing project.
    se mettre en couture
    to sew to measure
    To create a garment tailored to the precise measurements of a client.
    coudre sur mesure
    tailor's knife
    Tool used by tailors to cut fabrics.
    couteau de couturier

    Related Words

    sewing
    The art of sewing, a set of techniques for making garments.
    couture
    fabric
    Material used for sewing, usually made from textile fibers.
    tissu
    fashion
    Domain concerning fashion trends and clothing design.
    mode

    Slang Meanings

    Amateur tailor, often associated with informal sewing work.
    He's a bit of a tailor, he sewed this shirt by himself.
    Il est un peu couturier, il a cousu cette chemise tout seul.
    Neighborhood seamstress, known for quick repairs.
    Go see the local seamstress, she works wonders in no time.
    Va voir la couturière du coin, elle fait des merveilles en un rien de temps.