Definition of furrier
1 : a fur dealer
2a : one that dresses fursb : one that makes, repairs, alters, or cleans fur garments
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Boston’s W1XAV ran a commercial for I.J. Fox Furriers on Dec. 7, 1930.
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Origin and Etymology of furrier
alteration of Middle English furrer, from Anglo-French furrere, from furrer to fur — more at fur
First Known Use: 14th century
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playDefinition of furrier for English Language Learners
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: a person who sells or makes fur clothing
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