noun Uncommon

brewster

BROOST

Brewster (noun) means an old term for a female brewer, now mostly seen as a surname or historical term. Example: “Historically, brewsters were often women who brewed ale at home to sell.”

noun

An old term for a female brewer, now mostly seen as a surname or historical term.

"Historically, brewsters were often women who brewed ale at home to sell."

How to use brewster

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA historical word for a woman who brews ale; today it survives mainly as a surname.

When to use it

Archaic — you will rarely see this used outside history books or as a name.

Word forms

brewsters plural, brewsters plural

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Etymology

From Middle English breowestre, a feminine agent form of "brew" using the old "-ster" ending once reserved for women's occupations.

Origin: Middle English

Frequently asked questions

What does “brewster” mean?

The word “brewster” means an old term for a female brewer, now mostly seen as a surname or historical term. In plain terms, a historical word for a woman who brews ale; today it survives mainly as a surname.

How do you pronounce “brewster”?

“Brewster” is pronounced BROOST (/ˈbɹustɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “brewster” in a sentence?

Here is “brewster” used in a sentence: “Historically, brewsters were often women who brewed ale at home to sell.”

What part of speech is “brewster”?

“Brewster” is a noun.

Where does the word “brewster” come from?

The word “brewster” comes from Middle English. From Middle English breowestre, a feminine agent form of "brew" using the old "-ster" ending once reserved for women's occupations.

Is “brewster” a common word?

“Brewster” is an uncommon word in modern English.