1. A dealer in
small wares, as tapes, pins, needles, and
thread; also, a hatter.
2. A dealer in drapery goods of various descriptions, as laces, silks, trimmings, etc.
(primarily
british)
"The haberdasher heapeth wealth by hats."
Customer: "hello guvn'
r. I needs a cap"
Haberdasher: "good
day sir. Might i intrest u in this
fine 8/4" lambskin cap?"
Customer: "Blimey, 'tis a fine hat. I shall purchasae it. How much, whot whot?