A surname originating as an occupation.

plural of bloomer

(dated) Any of several forms of women’s divided garment for the lower body / (informal) Women’s underpants with short legs; knickers or drawers

An ironworker.

(dated, informal, US) A large or embarrassing mistake; blunder. / A circular loaf of white bread. / A blooming flower. / One who blooms, matures, or develops.

(historical) A costume for women, consisting of a short dress with loose trousers gathered around the ankles, and often a broad-brimmed hat. / (historical) A woman who wears a Bloomer costume.

(archaic, sometimes derogatory) Support for equal rights for women; an early form of feminism.

(idiomatic) A person who reaches puberty or who matures comparatively later than is typical. / (idiomatic) A person who achieves proficiency or success in a field comparatively late in life.

plural of late bloomer

A forge in which wrought iron is made straight from ore.