: a person whose occupation is making or altering garments (such as suits, jackets, and dresses) typically to fit a particular person
tailored; tailoring; tailors
1
a
: to make or fashion as the work of a tailor
b
: to make or adapt to suit a special need or purpose
2
: to fit with clothes
3
: to style with trim straight lines and finished handwork
: to do the work of a tailor
Examples of tailor in a Sentence
Verb
I had my suit tailored.
They tailored the show for younger audiences.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Its satin fabric is surprisingly forgiving thanks to its four-way stretch, while an adjustable, self-tie back and padding-free bust will allow me to fine-tune my fit before running to the tailor.
—Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 2 June 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Noun
The neighborhood, once known only to locals, has small tailor shops, warehouses, and wholesale businesses.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Its satin fabric is surprisingly forgiving thanks to its four-way stretch, while an adjustable, self-tie back and padding-free bust will allow me to fine-tune my fit before running to the tailor.
—Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 2 June 2026
Verb
As with the decor, the layout can be tailored to the owner.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tailor
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“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tailor. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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tailor
1 of 2 noun
tai·lor
ˈtā-lər 
: a person whose occupation is making or making adjustments in outer garments
tailor
2 of 2 verb1
: to make or fashion as the work of a tailor
2
: to make or make suitable for a special need or purpose
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