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custom-made
adjective
cus·tom-made
ˈkə-stə(m)-ˈmād
: made to individual specifications
custom-made clothing
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Examples of custom-made in a Sentence
an odd-sized window that will require the purchase of custom-made curtains
Recent Examples on the Web
Grande’s look drew comparisons to Audrey Hepburn, who frequently wore designs custom-made by the label’s eponymous founder, Hubert de Givenchy.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
His Castle Vanity from 2023 is one of his most recent works, finished in a glistening white with drawers hidden behind tiny cottages, custom-made for Nicole Abe Titus.
—Natalia Torija, Curbed, 3 Jan. 2025
The Rule: Review Both Pushpa films (Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule) were custom-made for a target fanbase that relishes and justifies violent outbursts for the sake of righteousness and masculinity.
—Sweta Kaushal, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Vanessa Traina's picture-perfect bun is pinned just above the nape of the neck, covered (and elevated) by her cascading (and custom-made) Givenchy tulle bridal veil.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1819, in the meaning defined above
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“Custom-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/custom-made. Accessed 18 Jan. 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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