tailor-made

adjective

ˌtā-lər-ˈmād How to pronounce tailor-made (audio)
Definition of tailor-madenext
as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer took my measurements for the tailor-made bridal gown

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Recent Examples of tailor-made These compact powerhouses prove that bigger isn't always better, offering a compelling blend of efficiency, affordability and accuracy tailor-made for the business world. — Balaji Dhamodharan, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 Technology, often tailor-made for SMBs, exists—and nothing will help you more than being prepared, armed with a digital system that supports business growth for whatever lies ahead. — Kristjan Vilosius, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 Not to mention the three spacious pockets are tailor-made for keeping belongings secure on sightseeing days. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2025 Between Meryl Streep giving the camera the middle finger and Ryan Reynolds' unexpected nod to the Justin Baldoni lawsuits, SNL 50 was filled with unexpected moments tailor-made for internet virality. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 17 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tailor-made

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