custom-made

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custom-made

The tailor sews a custom-made suit for his client.

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Made according to the specifications of an individual: Created or produced specifically for a particular person, based on their unique requirements, measurements, or preferences. It implies a product that is not mass-produced but is tailored to fit an individual's needs.
    • Made to order: Created specifically in response to a customer's order, as opposed to being made for general stock.

  2. Noun:

    • An item made to the customer's specifications: A product, such as a piece of clothing, furniture, or jewelry, that has been created according to the exact requirements of the person who ordered it.
Usage
  • Adjective: The adjective "custom-made" is used before a noun to describe it. It is often hyphenated.
    • She wore a custom-made gown to the gala.
    • He prefers custom-made suits because they fit him perfectly.
  • Noun: The noun "custom-made" refers to the item itself. It is often used with articles like "a" or "the."
    • That suit is a custom-made.
    • The cost of a custom-made is usually higher.
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The company specializes in custom-made furniture for small apartments.
    • His custom-made shoes were designed to support his arches.
  • Noun:
    • This isn't off the rack; it's a custom-made.
    • The jeweler showed her several custom-mades from his portfolio.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be custom-made for": To be perfectly suited or designed for a specific person, purpose, or situation.
    • This software was custom-made for our accounting department.
    • Her skills seem custom-made for this challenging role.
Variants and Related Words
  • Custom-built (adj): Specifically constructed to order, often used for larger items like houses or cars.
    • They live in a custom-built home.
  • Bespoke (adj, chiefly British): Made to order; the traditional British equivalent of "custom-made," especially for clothing.
    • He buys all his suits from a bespoke tailor.
  • Made-to-measure (adj): Specifically made to fit an individual's measurements, a close synonym often used for clothing.
    • Made-to-measure shirts offer a better fit than standard sizes.
Synonyms
  • Tailored: Adjusted or adapted to a particular purpose or individual.
  • Personalized: Designed or produced to meet someone's personal requirements or preferences.
  • Made-to-order: Created specifically after an order is placed.
Antonyms
  • Ready-made / Off-the-rack: Made in standard sizes and available for immediate purchase, not to individual order.
  • Mass-produced: Manufactured in large quantities using standardized processes.
  • Stock: Kept in regular supply for standard sale.
Related Phrases
  • Custom fit: A fit that is specifically adjusted for an individual.
    • These boots offer a custom fit.
  • One-of-a-kind: Unique, the only one of its kind, which can be a result of being custom-made.
    • The artist creates one-of-a-kind, custom-made sculptures.
custom-made

The tailor sews a custom-made suit for his client.

Adjective
  1. made according to the specifications of an individual
Noun
  1. an item made to the customer's specifications

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