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bespoke

[ bih-spohk ] [ bɪˈspoʊk ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

made to individual order; custom-made.

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  • Bespoke was first recorded in the sense highlighted here in 1745–55.
  • Bespoke comes from the past tense for bespeak, “to ask for in advance.”
  • The verb bespeak was first recorded much earlier, before 900. It comes from the Old English word besprecan.

EXAMPLES OF BESPOKE

  • As a luxury brand, they offer bespoke travel experiences that are designed according to each client’s unique preferences and desires.
  • The interior of the mansion was adorned with exquisite bespoke furniture, handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail.
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kerfuffle

[ ker-fuhf-uhl ] [ kərˈfʌf əl ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

a fuss; commotion.

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More about kerfuffle

  • Kerfuffle was first recorded in 1945–50.
  • Kerfuffle is an informal word that most likely comes from the Scots word curfuffle.
  • Curfuffle comes from the Scottish Gaelic words car “a turn,” and fuffle “to disorder, confuse,” which is of imitative origin.

EXAMPLES OF KERFUFFLE

  • The new policy announcement created a kerfuffle among the employees, who were concerned about its implications.
  • The unexpected arrival of a wild boar caused a kerfuffle at the campsite, with campers scrambling to safety.

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homebody

[ hohm-bod-ee ] [ ˈhoʊmˌbɒd i ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

a person who prefers pleasures and activities that center around the home.

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More about homebody

  • Homebody is an Americanism dating back to 1815–25.
  • Homebody is a combination of the words home and body.
  • Both home and body entered English before 900.

EXAMPLES OF HOMEBODY

  • Even though he lived in a vibrant city, Marcus was a true homebody who enjoyed spending his evenings reading and watching movies at home.
  • Being a homebody doesn’t mean you miss out on adventure–the thrill of discovering new recipes and experimenting in the kitchen is enough to satisfy any culinary enthusiast.

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