webster
/ˈwɛbstə/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: websters
Meaning · English
A weaver (originally, specifically female).
Noun
Examples
A Derbyshire webster who proposed to cure a lunatic with a paper charm in the reign of Charles I demanded £3 down, and £3 more when the patient was cured.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “webster” mean?
A weaver (originally, specifically female).
Is “webster” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.