custom-made

[kuhs-tuhm-meyd]

adjective

1. made to individual order.

   custom-made shoes.

noun

1. a custom-made item, especially of apparel.

custom-made

adjective

1. (of suits, dresses, etc) made according to the specifications of an individual buyer

Word History and Origins

Origin of custom-made¹

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55

Example Sentences

Mr. Lloyd’s buttery tone is set within soaring lines, circular loops and halos of sound from Mr. Sewell’s custom-made electric guitar, and answered by delicate figures from Mr. Moran’s piano.

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They recruited 1,178 adults to interact for 15 minutes with a custom-made companion app that would allow researchers to regulate the AI’s responses.

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Talve’s score bobs and weaves accordingly, from big brassy horror to eerie synths to world percussion and a custom-made plastic flute.

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At the event, the singer cradled her baby bump as she posed for photographers in a custom-made Marc Jacobs suit.

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This reflects a growing interest that has driven demand for custom-made outfits with bold designs and unique embellishments.

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Related Words

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• tailor-made