Definition

A person who is very interested in fashion, often promoting or influencing trends in clothing and style.

Example

As a fashionmonger, she always knows the latest trends before anyone else.

Conversation

Have you seen that new fashionmonger on Instagram?

Yeah, I follow them! Their style is so unique.

I love how they set trends rather than just follow them.

Totally! It’s refreshing to see someone so original.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fashionmonger → It is formed from "fashion" (from Old French *façon*, meaning manner or style) and "monger" (from Old English *mangere*, meaning dealer or trader). The word "fashionmonger" refers to a dealer or trader in styles or trends, particularly in clothing.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dealer' ('monger') in 'styles' ('fashion') — that's why a fashionmonger is someone who deals in fashion.

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