1. plural of pleater; people or machines that make pleats in fabric or clothing
2. commercial establishments or services that specialize in creating pleats in garments

Examples

• The dry cleaners hired two new pleaters to handle the increased demand for pleated skirts.
• Professional pleaters use specialized equipment to create uniform, long-lasting pleats.
• She took her school uniform to the pleaters to have fresh pleats pressed in.
• The factory employed dozens of pleaters working on the new line of pleated trousers.
• Local pleaters can restore old pleats that have worn out over time.