caper merchant
The term "caper merchant" was commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries to describe a dancing instructor, but its usage has since become obsolete.
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Definition
C2Historical
(slang, obsolete)A person who teaches dancing.
Example
- In the Regency era, a caper merchant would often be hired to teach young ladies the latest dance steps.
C2Culinary
(literal, obsolete)Someone who sells capers, the pickled flower buds used in cooking.
Example
- The caper merchant at the market had the finest selection of capers for sale.
Similar
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