made-to-order

adjective

made-to-or·​der ˌmād-tü-ˈȯr-dər 

1

: produced to supply a special or an individual demand : custom-made

2

: ideally suited (as to a particular purpose)

started the double play on a made-to-order grounder

Synonyms of made-to-order

• tailored
• customized
• custom

Examples of made-to-order in a Sentence

the manufacturer offers its online customers made-to-order computer systems

Recent Examples on the Web

Highlights here include lechon asado, paella, ceviche, croquetas and Cuban pastries alongside brunch staples like French toast and made-to-order omelets. —Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 18 Mar. 2026

An à la carte menu offered the likes of avocado toast, pancakes and made-to-order omelettes as well as more local dishes (think artisanal cheeses, tapioca wraps and acai bowls). —Laura French, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026

Instead of leaning further into scarcity, the brand introduced its Bag Security Program—a made-to-order system designed to prioritize access and production accuracy over hype. —Essence, 3 Mar. 2026

The restaurant is known for its friendly service and made-to-order dishes, including guacamole and fries. —Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for made-to-order

• boarder
• border
• corder
• order
• warder
• camcorder
• disorder
• recorder
• reorder
• suborder
• transborder