cobbler

noun

cob·​bler ˈkä-blər 

1

: a mender or maker of shoes and often of other leather goods

2

archaic : a clumsy workman

3

: a tall iced drink consisting usually of wine, rum, or whiskey and sugar garnished with mint or a slice of lemon or orange

4

: a deep-dish fruit dessert with a thick top crust

Examples of cobbler in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Peachtree is known for Willis’ peach cobbler, and the Fort Worth location does not disappoint in any way. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Aug. 2026

As the cobbler bakes, the biscuits soak up just enough of the bubbling nectarine and blackberry juices while still holding their buttery texture. — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026

This fruit cobbler starts with a base of fresh strawberries and blueberries tossed with sugar and cornstarch to sweeten and thicken. — Terrence Hayes, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026

As waiters in black suits served steak and peach cobbler, Rick Perry, the former Texas governor and the former Republican Presidential candidate, and the chairman of Americans for Ibogaine, leaped to his feet. — Michelle Lhooq, New Yorker, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English cobelere

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

cobbler

noun

cob·​bler ˈkäb-lər 

1

: a mender or maker of shoes

2

: a deep-dish fruit pie with a thick top crust