Definition of couturier

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cou·tu·rier    (k-tr-r, --, -tür-y) KEY  

NOUN:

1. An establishment engaged in couture.
2. One who designs for or owns such an establishment.

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ETYMOLOGY:
French, dressmaker, from Old French cousturier, from cousture, sewing ; see couture

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