
Cobbler
Occupational Term
Cobbler is a traditional term for someone skilled in shoe repair and might imply small-scale, artisanal, or local business.

The cobbler at the market repaired my sandals.
Historical Craft
Cobblers have a rich history; understanding this can help you grasp the word's traditional connotations.

Cobblers have been essential in society since ancient times.
Not a Shoemaker
Technically, cobblers repair shoes and do not make them; shoemakers or cordwainers make shoes.

I took my worn shoes to the cobbler, not the shoemaker.
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