n. [ OE. coteler, F. coutelier, LL. cultellarius, fr. L. cultellus. See Cutlass. ] One who makes or deals in cutlery, or knives and other cutting instruments. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. 1. The business of a cutler. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Edged or cutting instruments, collectively, especially knives for cutting food. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. eating utensils such as knives, forks, and spoons. [ PJC ]