crispin
9.9
A person who makes and repairs shoes
- noun
- Archaic
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zapatero
- Many people admired the craftsmanship of the local crispin's handmade leather boots.
Examples
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In the 1800s, a skilled crispin was highly sought after for custom footwear.
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The crispin made a beautiful pair of shoes for the elegant wedding.
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Now, he's even playing with that kid, crispin.
Synonyms
34
9.9
An old Scottish person who makes and repairs shoes
is an old-fashioned general term rather than a regional one
shoemaker
vscrispin
16
2.6
A person who makes or repairs shoes
is an old-fashioned word for that occupation
1
9.9
A person who makes fine leather shoes by hand
is a general old-fashioned word, not limited to fine handmade shoes
5.1
A person who makes or sells shoes
is an older general term for the occupation, not only men
Surface Forms
Etymology
Crispin comes from the name of Saint Crispin, who is the 'patron saint' of shoemakers, so in old times a shoemaker was often called a 'Crispin'. That's why crispin means an old-fashioned word for a shoemaker.