handmade

adjective

hand·​made ˈhan(d)-ˈmād How to pronounce handmade (audio)
: made by hand or by a hand process

Examples of handmade in a Sentence

received a handmade sweater at the baby shower
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And so, her first brand—Aanya’s BOWtique, a line of handmade hair bows—was born. Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 23 Sep. 2025 The designer also drew inspiration from haute couture and contemporary design, creating his first collection of handmade garments based on Eastern volumes and proportions alongside Art Nouveau pleats and drapes. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025 This also includes decorative ceramic or other handmade hardware. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2025 The Sunriver Art Fair showcases juried artists in The Village, while the Sunriver Resort Farmers Market brims with local produce and handmade goods. Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for handmade

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of handmade was in 1809

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“Handmade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handmade. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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handmade

adjective
hand·​made ˈhan(d)-ˈmād How to pronounce handmade (audio)
: made by hand or with hand tools

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