as in homemade
created by a hand process rather than by a machine
bought a handcrafted wooden bowl at the arts and crafts fair
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Recent Examples of handcrafted
Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025
The Pearl portion boasts a chic marble bar with views of freshly shucked oysters and handcrafted cocktails, while the Horn portion features woodland tones and rich brown leather booths.
—Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
The result is a handcrafted, intimate environment that reflects the tactile sensibility of the brand.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
High above, at 8,000 feet, members can duck into the Mid-Mountain Lounge at Gold Coast for handcrafted drinks and alpine fare, all while soaking up expansive Sierra vistas.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 4 Dec. 2025
The home was built in 1976 and underwent extensive renovations between 2022 and 2024, including a handcrafted clay tile roof.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 23 Nov. 2025
Be sure to stop by the Merry Makers Market in Kennebunk from December 5 to 15 to seek out handcrafted and hard-to-find presents.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2025
Now in its 64th year, the event features more than 200 merchants offering home decor, handcrafted pottery, adult and children's clothing, jewelry, and festive food items, according to the event’s website.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 14 Nov. 2025
Other menu highlights include Pad Thai, red and green curry, curry puffs and handcrafted cocktails.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2025
Adjective
This handcrafted calendar is a truly unique gift for anyone on your list.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025
The Pearl portion boasts a chic marble bar with views of freshly shucked oysters and handcrafted cocktails, while the Horn portion features woodland tones and rich brown leather booths.
—Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
The result is a handcrafted, intimate environment that reflects the tactile sensibility of the brand.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
High above, at 8,000 feet, members can duck into the Mid-Mountain Lounge at Gold Coast for handcrafted drinks and alpine fare, all while soaking up expansive Sierra vistas.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 4 Dec. 2025
The home was built in 1976 and underwent extensive renovations between 2022 and 2024, including a handcrafted clay tile roof.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 23 Nov. 2025
Be sure to stop by the Merry Makers Market in Kennebunk from December 5 to 15 to seek out handcrafted and hard-to-find presents.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2025
Now in its 64th year, the event features more than 200 merchants offering home decor, handcrafted pottery, adult and children's clothing, jewelry, and festive food items, according to the event’s website.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 14 Nov. 2025
Other menu highlights include Pad Thai, red and green curry, curry puffs and handcrafted cocktails.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handcrafted
Adjective
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Devastating Pyrotechnics had imported raw ingredients, a Bee investigation found in July, allowing the company to make flash powder for homemade fireworks.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Her homemade hot chocolate mix mastered both.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The following sections will outline how spider-silk leather is being developed, manufactured, tested, and implemented, as well as how close this technology is to becoming a mainstream automotive material.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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But HOCl is also manufactured, with scientists using electrolysis to break down saltwater solutions, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Erica Sweeney,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The cantina is known for its margaritas and fresh, handmade tortillas.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Jan. 2026
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Limited-production, handmade cars can demand a lot of costly attention when fixes are in order, and in this respect, an Alvis is no different from a Rolls-Royce or Bentley of the era.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2026
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Wasserman built a sports and talent agency that represents top players in football, basketball and baseball.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Cenac scored all of his points in the first half on 5-of-7 shooting as the Cougars built a 32-20 lead at the half.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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The Louis lamp fashioned like an orb hanging from a triangle block or the Analog envisaged like a Lego brick or a block from Tetris are among some of its quirky pieces.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Taj Mahal diamond is mounted in jade and hangs from a custom gold, ruby and diamond chain fashioned by Cartier and meant to resemble the style of an original silk cord the diamond hung from when it was created for a Mughal emperor in the early 17th century.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Lions might plan ahead with Lomu, who could be molded into the tackle of the future while competing immediately at guard.—
C J Doon,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Jan. 2026
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Apart from children having to play in dangerous places, their minds are being molded for adulthood by their environment.—
Rafael Perez,
Daily News,
16 Jan. 2026
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The current record is held by Sven Goebel, also from Germany, who constructed a 9-foot-6-inch tower made from 70,000 beer coasters in 2004.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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About 91% of office buildings constructed since 2000 are leased.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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The first lady was also an executive producer on the project, which was produced by Muse Films, a production company the first lady launched late last year.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Our show is produced by Chris McLeod of Blue Elevator Productions and Josh Billinson of Semafor Media.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Handcrafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handcrafted. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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