1. small items used in sewing, such as buttons, ribbons, zippers, and thread
2. a shop that sells men’s clothing and accessories
Usage: chiefly British

Examples

• She bought buttons and lace at the haberdashery section of the fabric store.
• The haberdashery counter had everything needed for the sewing project.
• My grandmother kept her haberdashery supplies in a special wooden box.
• The old haberdashery on Main Street sold fine men’s shirts and ties.
• He visited the haberdashery to buy a new hat for the wedding.
• The haberdashery department offered a wide selection of ribbons and trim.