subs. (common).1. A dandy trooper.
1778. CHATTERTON, The Balade of Charitie, ii., 113.
The trammels of his palfrey pleased his sight, | |
For the HORSE-MILLINER his head with roses dight. |
1813. SCOTT, The Bridal of Triermain, ii., 3.
Who comes in foreign trashery | |
Of tinkling chain and spur, | |
A walking haberdashery, | |
Of feathers, lace and fur; | |
In Rowleys antiquated phrase, | |
HORSE-MILLINER of modern days? |
2. (old).A saddler and harness-maker.
1818. SCOTT, The Heart of Mid-lothian, xi. In my wretched occupation of a saddler, HORSE-MILLINER, and harness maker, we are out unconscionable sums just for barkened hides and leather.