handsewn

adjective

hand·​sewn ˈhan(d)-ˌsōn How to pronounce handsewn (audio)
: sewn by hand rather than with a sewing machine
handsewn clothing
a handsewn doll

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The fully handsewn boot features a tall, six-eyelet profile, a water-resistant full grain leather upper and a Vibram Cristy outsole that provides more practical traction on forest trails or city streets alike. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025 Their period-perfect, handsewn clothes are just the start. Sarah Botstein, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

hand entry 1 + sewn

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of handsewn was in 1848

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“Handsewn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handsewn. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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