as in homemade
created by a hand process rather than by a machine
ordered handwrought andirons for the fireplace in their restored 18th-century saltbox
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Recent Examples of handwrought
The magic that Brian and Charles taps into is handwrought and underplayed, with Archer letting the weird details cast a low-key glow.
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Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 June 2022
Van Cleef & Arpels, for example, created a series of handwrought cuffs in gold that were favored by Jackie Onassis.
—Jill Newman, Town & Country, 16 June 2021
Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 June 2022
Van Cleef & Arpels, for example, created a series of handwrought cuffs in gold that were favored by Jackie Onassis.
—Jill Newman, Town & Country, 16 June 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handwrought
Adjective
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Beef Wellington, paired with a glass of red and followed by the homemade chocolate mousse or crème brulée.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Midwest Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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These homemade chocolate truffles are so easy to make and take just 4 ingredients.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Jennie Garth's youngest daughter (shared with ex Peter Facinelli) headed off to her 2024 junior prom in a black gown with contrasting trim — this time, not a handmade creation by Garth, who sewed her middle daughter Lola's dress back in 2021.—
Lindy Segal,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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All the crockery is handmade with Bengal clay by Sienna’s pottery studio, and the food that tops is each an ode to the richness of that same soil and the seasons of the state.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The indoor fitness center boasts pilates reformers, Pelotons, and free weights, while the outdoor gym has a rope climb station, obstacle course, and handcrafted equipment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Known for her vibrant, handcrafted pottery, artist Jill Rosenwald has made a name for herself in the industry.—
Rachel Holt,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Handwrought.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handwrought. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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