designer

Definition

A person who designs something, or who designs things as a profession.

Etymology

From design + -er.

Example Sentences

• "While the thought of a home urinal may seem vaguely “Animal House,” Mr. Scherer’s interior designer, Ashley Astleford, wasn’t surprised by his request. This was the second time in the last few months that she was asked to install a urinal in a luxury residential project, and she said she knows many other designers and architects who have been specifying home urinals in their projects."
• "The ­festival, held every two years, showcases work by more than 180 designers across disciplines including textiles, homeware and more. […] “For us, it’s about getting design and creativity out into communities across the city. With the festival, we want to build capacity, grow skills, employ people and create opportunities to make a living from being a designer here.”"
• "a font designer"