Definition

A person who repairs or creates items by joining together old or used materials, often associated with shoe repair.

Example

The vamper skillfully fixed my old shoes, making them look new again.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real vamper before?

No, I haven't! What do they do exactly?

They repair shoes by piecing old parts together.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to see one in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'vamper' originates from the Old French 'vampe', meaning a type of shoe or boot. It refers specifically to a part of a shoe that covers the upper part of the foot.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for a shoe part, 'vampe', to remember that 'vamper' relates to footwear.

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