What is another word for seamstress?
Pronunciation: [sˈiːmstɹəs] (IPA) 
A seamstress is a person who sews garments professionally and is usually regarded as a woman's job. Synonyms for seamstress are dressmaker, tailor, needlewoman, sewist, and seamster. A dressmaker is a professional who sews dresses, while a tailor is a professional who sews suits and other men's clothing. A needlewoman is a female skilled in needlework, while a seamster is a male skilled in sewing. A sewist is a modern term that encompasses both men and women who sew garments. These synonyms have different connotations and areas of expertise. The key to choosing the correct synonym depends on the type of clothing being sewn and the gender of the person doing the sewing.
