man-made
Americanadjective
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produced, formed, or made by humans.
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produced artificially; not resulting from natural processes.
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Textiles.
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(of a fiber) manufactured synthetically from a cellulosic or noncellulosic base; produced chemically.
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(of a fabric or garment) constructed of synthetically made fibers.
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adjective
Etymology
Origin of man-made
First recorded in 1710–20
Example Sentences
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“It’s groomed out just like man-made snow,” Wilson said.
From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026
They can quickly alter both the color and texture of their skin, a capability scientists have long tried to replicate in man-made materials.
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
And this will blow your mind: The cooking from L.A.’s fab new restaurant scene creates as much man-made ozone as our cars do — one-quarter of the total!
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
The casino resort, rising on a man-made island near the Strait of Hormuz, features a superyacht marina, 1,500 rooms and 22 bars and restaurants.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
He arrived at this after long observation of the construction of termite nests, which excepting perhaps a man-made city are the most formidable edifices in nature.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
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