tailored

adjective

tai·​lored ˈtā-lərd How to pronounce tailored (audio)
1
: fashioned or fitted to resemble a tailor's work
2
3
: having the look of one fitted by a custom tailor

Examples of tailored in a Sentence

pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead
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Lakshmi's first-ever rug collection with Rugs USA just launched, and it's got something for everybody—whether your preferred look is plush and creamy, tailored and neutral, or all about spice tones and global patterns. Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2025 Available in petite sizing, in addition to regular and tall, these pants have a relaxed yet tailored fit that’s easy to dress up or down. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025 This variability highlights the importance of tailored strategies in estate planning to accommodate diverse preferences and market dynamics. Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025 The double-pleated front adds just the right amount of tailored detail, while side pockets and a zipper fly keep things practical. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tailored

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of tailored was in 1862

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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tailored. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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tailored

adjective
tai·​lored ˈtā-lərd How to pronounce tailored (audio)
1
: fashioned or fitted like a tailor's work
2

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