Definition

A business or trade that involves making, selling, or working with fur garments and accessories.

Example

She opened a furriery to create custom fur coats for her clients.

Conversation

I was reading about the furriery industry the other day.

Oh really? What did you find interesting about it?

I learned that there's a lot of craftsmanship involved in making fur garments.

That makes sense; it's not just about the fur itself, but the skill needed to work with it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Furriery → It is formed from "fur" (from Latin *fur*, meaning fur or hide) and "-ery" (a suffix indicating a place associated with a specific activity or trade). The word "furriery" refers to a place where fur is sold or made, specifically relating to the trade of furs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fur' as the material and '-ery' as a place related to that material — a furriery is a place where furs are handled or sold.

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