handwoven

adjective

hand·​wo·​ven ˈhand-ˈwō-vən How to pronounce handwoven (audio)
1
: produced on a hand-operated loom
2
: woven by hand
handwoven baskets

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The third design, Obi, is handwoven from recycled cotton yarns and constructed from narrow strips of fabric joined together. Allison Hatfield, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026 Museo Textil de Oaxaca showcases handwoven textiles from the area's Indigenous communities. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026 During each experience guests are invited to sit on handwoven straw mats, an intentional detail that creates intimacy and connection. Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2026 Dai recommends focusing on longevity and choosing quality materials that will never go out of style, such as solid wood, natural stone, and handwoven textiles. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handwoven

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of handwoven was in 1880

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“Handwoven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handwoven. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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