Old French · suffix
-erie
craft or its products
Words sharing this root
cutleryKnives, forks, spoons, and similar utensils used to prepare or eat food.hostelryA place where travelers pay to stay overnight.masonryConstruction using stone, brick, or concrete blocks.mockerySpeech or behavior that makes someone or something seem foolish.ribaldryCoarse or irreverent sexual humor.robberyThe taking of property through force or threat.sculleryA small room for washing dishes and other kitchen work.