handmade

adjective

hand·​made ˈhan(d)-ˈmād How to pronounce handmade (audio)
: made by hand or by a hand process

Examples of handmade in a Sentence

received a handmade sweater at the baby shower
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The only thing better than a comfortable, handmade quilt is a handmade quilt that’s reversible—just like this one. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025 Fechin House is a 100-year-old, handmade, distinct work of art in its own right never intended to display artwork to the public and receive thousands of visitors each year. Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025 These categories are not as artisanal and labor-intensive as the handmade clothing. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 24 May 2025 Freja And Heaven Mayhem Team Up On Exclusive Collaboration Freja, renowned for its handmade vegan bags that fuse luxury with functionality, is celebrated for meticulous design and a steadfast commitment to cruelty-free practices. Essence, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for handmade

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of handmade was in 1809

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“Handmade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handmade. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.

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handmade

adjective
hand·​made ˈhan(d)-ˈmād How to pronounce handmade (audio)
: made by hand or with hand tools

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