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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈmɜɹ.səɹ/(American English) /ˈmɜː.sə/(British English)

Meaning & History

Occupational name for a trader in textiles, from Old French mercier, derived from Latin merx meaning "merchandise".