Definitions
- Referring to a person who sells fabrics, especially silk. - Talking about a shop or business that specializes in selling fabrics, especially silk. - Describing a person who deals with textiles and fabrics in general.
- Referring to a person who sells cloth or fabric. - Talking about a shop or business that specializes in selling cloth or fabric. - Describing a person who deals with textiles and fabrics in general.
List of Similarities
- 1Both mercer and draper deal with textiles and fabrics.
- 2Both mercer and draper can refer to a person or a shop/business.
- 3Both mercer and draper sell fabrics for clothing, home decor, and other purposes.
What is the difference?
- 1Specialization: Mercer specializes in selling silk fabrics, while draper sells cloth or fabric in general.
- 2Geography: Mercer is more commonly used in British English, while draper is more common in American English.
- 3Historical Usage: Mercer was more commonly used in the Middle Ages, while draper became more popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.
- 4Connotation: Mercer may have a more upscale or luxurious connotation due to its association with silk, while draper may have a more practical or everyday connotation due to its general use for clothing and home decor.
Remember this!
Mercer and draper are synonyms that both refer to people or businesses that deal with textiles and fabrics. However, mercer specializes in selling silk fabrics, while draper sells cloth or fabric in general. Additionally, mercer has a more historical and upscale connotation, while draper is more commonly used in modern American English.
