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 property's gift shop has everything from local crafts and handmade jewelry to books, games, clothing, and more. Sophie Mendel, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2025 Safavieh gets five stars for the breadth of their catalog, featuring every pattern, style, and shape under the sun—many of them handmade and sourced from around the world. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2025 The store is made up of small local businesses and creatives selling clothing, art, handmade jewelry and leather goods, and pet accessories. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2025 Shop for one-of-a-kind Bohemian looks at Moona Star, handmade jewelry and restorative crystals at Jalan Jalan, and vintage clothes at Hidden Treasures. Visit California, AFAR Media, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for handmade

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of handmade was in 1809

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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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