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

At Eddie’s Alterations, which specializes in tailoring military uniforms, owner Eddie Benitez believes customers may be reluctant to leave the sprawling Marine base because of stepped-up security measures.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Costelloe told Reuters the designs were "a celebration of tailoring" and that he wanted to "make women look incredible".

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

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 • Feb. 5, 2026

A large new study suggests that tailoring breast cancer screening to a woman's individual risk may be safer and more effective than relying on routine annual mammograms for everyone.

From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2026

As a seamstress, Betty spent much of her time spinning thread, weaving cloth, and tailoring clothes for the Washington family.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis