Sampler (?), n. [See Exampler, Exemplar.] 1. One who makes up samples for inspection; one who examines samples, or by samples; as, a wool sampler.
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2. A pattern; a specimen; especially, a collection of needlework patterns, as letters, borders, etc., to be used as samples, or to display the skill of the worker.
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Susie dear, bring your sampler and Mrs. Schumann will show you how to make that W you bothered over. E. E. Hale.
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