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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There are also area rugs with handwoven diamond patterns and a round knotted wool rug that looks like a true antique. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025 This oval chair looks great in backyards, patios, gardens, balconies, terraces, and plenty of other outdoor spaces, and it is made from premium handwoven PE wicker that’s made to last. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025 Plus, the handwoven design adds an elegant look, while the durable leather ensures this bag is built to last. Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025 The furniture is made of mahogany, teak and rattan and includes upholstered seating, accent tables, benches and settees and handwoven rugs. Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 17 Sep. 2025 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 8 Oct. 2025.

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