Definition of made-to-ordernext
as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer the manufacturer offers its online customers made-to-order computer systems

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Recent Examples of made-to-order Challenges across the industry include supply chain volatility, quality consistency in made-to-order models, and meeting diverse body types and cultural preferences. Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Kanaal is king for indulging elevenses hunger pangs, providing cakes, cookies, tea, coffee, and made-to-order traditional Dutch sweets including stroopwafles and puffertjes. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026 What also makes Fish Guts stand out is that all tacos are served on a soft and warm made-to-order corn tortilla. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026 Instead of fresh vegetables and other ingredients that locals can buy to cook at home, its stalls sell made-to-order Spanish cuisine. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for made-to-order
Recent Examples of Synonyms for made-to-order
Adjective
  • That kind of tailored attention is easier to deliver face-to-face than through an algorithm.
    Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • And as always, consult a financial advisor or retirement planner for tailored guidance.
    True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Adjective
  • Both the bottom band and shoulder straps are adjustable for a customized fit, including the option to wear the bra as a scoopback or racerback style.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
  • The footbed is made from compressed foam that molds to your feet for customized support.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026
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  • The rapper opted for a custom, vibrant hot pink ensemble and completed the monochrome look with matching Christian Louboutin heels.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
  • Wellhouse plans to widen out the bed by installing a custom-fit cushion in the space between the edge of the seat and the passenger-side wall, giving campers as much sleeping space as possible.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 July 2026

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“Made-to-order.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/made-to-order. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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