Cordiner is an old Scottish word that means a shoemaker or a person who repairs shoes. The term has evolved over time, and there are now several synonyms that can be used interchangeably with Cordiner. These include cobbler, shoe repairer, shoe fixer, shoe mender, and shoe restorer. Regardless of the term used, the profession involves the repair of shoes, boots, and other footwear. Cordiners and their synonyms are skilled at fixing and mending leather and fabric shoes to extend their lifespan and save customers from having to purchase new shoes.