customize

verb

cus·​tom·​ize ˈkə-stə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing

transitive verb

: to build, fit, or alter according to individual specifications
customizable adjective
customization noun
customizer noun

Examples of customize in a Sentence

The telephone company has offered to customize a plan for our business. The program can be customized to serve different purposes.
Recent Examples on the Web While there are templates, Lord recommends customizing your one-sheet to reflect the uniqueness of your business. Elaine Pofeldt, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024 This high-pressure gadget has an easy installation process and a variety of different features to customize your experience. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2024 There are even more ways to customize the home within the spaces connected to the primary bedroom. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 26 Sep. 2024 Puma’s pouncing on the opportunity to customize its product imagery with artificial intelligence. Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for customize 

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Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of customize was in 1920

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Cite this Entry

“Customize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/customize. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

customize

verb
cus·​tom·​ize ˈkəs-tə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing
: to build, fit, or change to suit a specific customer
a customized van
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