custom-made

adjective

cus·​tom-made ˈkə-stə(m)-ˈmād How to pronounce custom-made (audio)
: made to individual specifications
custom-made clothing

Examples of custom-made in a Sentence

an odd-sized window that will require the purchase of custom-made curtains
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Founded in 2017, Tyler Ellis products are custom-made and produced in Italy, focusing on clutches and handbags. Emma Sandler, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 The only real reason to spend time inside is the cloudlike bed, custom-made for Peter Island Resort by Lady Americana Midwest. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2025 His varsity jacket, custom-made by Martine Rose, a British designer known for her witty and warped sportswear, was coated with patches to please the Lamarologists in the Superdome. Jacob Gallagher, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025 Best in the biz!) —Rachel Dratch All the wigs worn on the show are custom-made each week by the talented hair department, led by Jodi Mancuso. Andy Hoglund, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for custom-made

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of custom-made was in 1819

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“Custom-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/custom-made. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

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custom-made

adjective
cus·​tom-made
ˌkəs-təm-ˈ(m)ād
: made for a specific customer
custom-made clothing

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