handmade

adjective

ˈhan(d)-ˈmād How to pronounce handmade (audio)
Definition of handmadenext
as in homemade
created by a hand process rather than by a machine received a handmade sweater at the baby shower

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Recent Examples of handmade Antique, unmarked pottery and redware can also fly under the radar, since many pieces were handmade. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 Even her handmade orchid bag charm has piercings that feel true to the time. — Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026 And for those dedicated fans who want even more, Bimota also built a seriously exclusive run of just five Elite variants, completely handmade by the WorldSBK racing team. — Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026 Perea and his crew make handmade tortillas and quesadillas for the event. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handmade
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handmade
  1. homemade
  2. handcrafted
Adjective
  • Later in the podcast, the NFL star siblings reacted to a fan’s homemade Halloween decoration, which rendered bales of hay into models of Travis and his 14-time Grammy-winning wife.
    — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The restaurant is also popular for its meatball sandwiches, fresh focaccia, lasagna, prepared meals and homemade sauces.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of homemade
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  • Iuriichuk’s favorite element of the design is the large, ten-foot sculptural mirrors that seem to emerge from the walls, finished in handcrafted plaster.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
  • At Ballen, designers Ricardo Ballen and Carina Ospina create handcrafted bags using materials sourced from Colombia’s and the region’s biodiverse landscapes.
    — Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of handcrafted

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“Handmade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handmade. Accessed 11 Oct. 2026.

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