noun Uncommon

cutler

KUHTL

Cutler (noun) means a person whose trade is making or selling knives and other cutting tools. Example: “The old cutler in the market square could sharpen any blade you brought him.”

noun

A person whose trade is making or selling knives and other cutting tools.

"The old cutler in the market square could sharpen any blade you brought him."

"Sheffield was once famous for its cutlers."

How to use cutler

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone whose job is making or selling knives, scissors, and similar cutting tools.

Common mistake

Rare as a job title today but common as a surname (Cutler) — don't assume every use refers to the occupation.

Word forms

cutlers plural, Cutlers plural

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Etymology

From Anglo-Norman cuteler, going back to Old French coutelier ("knife-maker"), ultimately from Latin culter ("knife").

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for cutler

butler

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cutler” mean?

The word “cutler” means a person whose trade is making or selling knives and other cutting tools. In plain terms, someone whose job is making or selling knives, scissors, and similar cutting tools.

How do you pronounce “cutler”?

“Cutler” is pronounced KUHTL (/ˈkʌtlɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “cutler” in a sentence?

Here is “cutler” used in a sentence: “The old cutler in the market square could sharpen any blade you brought him.”

What part of speech is “cutler”?

“Cutler” is a noun.

Where does the word “cutler” come from?

The word “cutler” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman cuteler, going back to Old French coutelier ("knife-maker"), ultimately from Latin culter ("knife").

Is “cutler” a common word?

“Cutler” is an uncommon word in modern English.