tailoring

American  

[tey-ler-ing] / ˈteɪ lər ɪŋ /

noun

1. the business or work of a tailor.

2. the skill or craftsmanship of a tailor.

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Etymology

Origin of tailoring

First recorded in 1655–65; tailor ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

As usual, UK heritage was evident in the oversized checked overcoats in muted autumnal shades, alongside punk tailoring and some very interesting headwear.

From BBC

One key advantage of this technology is that the cartilage scaffold can be manufactured ahead of time and used for many patients without tailoring it to each individual.

From Science Daily

"Spring flowers, tailoring and embroidery," reads a sign outside Alavi's small store, which opened in January after a months-long search for work.

From Barron's

With this, she said tailoring regulation and supervision is one way the Fed can ensure the banking system endures as a lasting source of economic strength.

From The Wall Street Journal

By carefully tailoring the language, the department could also ensure that illiquid crypto markets below a certain trading threshold still require an appraisal.

From The Wall Street Journal