Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cobblers
Noun
/ˈkɒb.lərz/
Definition
A cobbler is a person who repairs shoes.
Examples
- The cobblers in town have been repairing shoes for over fifty years.
- She made a delicious peach cobblers for dessert.
- If your shoes are damaged, take them to the cobblers for repair.
Meaning
In a broader context, ‘cobblers’ can also refer to a type of fruit pie, particularly in British English, made with a thick crust topped with fruit and sometimes served as a dessert.
Synonyms
- shoemaker
- repairer
- cordwainer
