custom-made

adjective

ˈkə-stə(m)-ˈmād How to pronounce custom-made (audio)
Definition of custom-madenext
as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer an odd-sized window that will require the purchase of custom-made curtains

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Recent Examples of custom-made As Lipa shared in her conversation with British Vogue, Turner had the ring custom-made with some insight from her best friends and sister. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026 What’s beyond dispute is that it has been meticulously designed to harness sound frequencies and equipped with an orchestra of instruments, from singing bowls to a crystal harp, that have been custom-made for tonal coherence. — Susan D'arcy, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 June 2026 The sparkler was custom-made for the bride-to-be by Italian jewelry designer Silvia Damiani and was reportedly inspired by a pair of earrings that Pitt had previously gifted his fiancée. — Emma Banks, InStyle, 29 May 2026 According to Swift's publicist, Swift and Kelce's outfits were designed by Christian Dior Haute Couture and its designer Jonathan Anderson with shoes custom-made by Christian Louboutin. — ABC News, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for custom-made
Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-made
  1. tailored
  2. customized
  3. custom
Adjective
  • Those managing blood sugar may need fewer carbs, while athletes might need more; consult a healthcare provider or dietitian for tailored guidance.
    — Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 5 July 2026
  • The pants are designed with a high waistline for ample coverage around the tummy, a tailored silhouette, and cuffed hems for a crisp clean look that’ll take you from the office to after-work cocktail hour.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Definition of tailored
Adjective
  • Six Homewards locations were chosen to deliver customized solutions attacking homelessness in each area.
    — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 30 June 2026
  • At the same time, these platforms are far more customized.
    — Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of customized
Adjective
  • Static Nails markets its sets as reusable luxury press-ons, with custom-like shapes and modern minimalist designs that can be removed, reapplied and reshaped.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026
  • The company's own timeline points to a custom-silicon third-generation scanner around 2028 before the experience matches the pitch.
    — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
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