Meaning & use
tailor-made
Made specifically to fit a particular person's needs, measurements, or preferences exactly.
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The suit was tailor-made for him, fitting perfectly across the shoulders.
This training program feels tailor-made for beginners who have never exercised before.
A note on using this word
Tailor-made is often used figuratively for a plan, job, or solution designed to suit a specific situation perfectly.
Words with a similar meaning
custom-madebespokecustomized
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