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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It's surrounded by trees decorated with handmade ornaments from 56 U.S. states and territories. Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 The right way meant ethically handmade bags created by a team that earns competitive wages, with full healthcare and benefits. Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024 After that closed in 1906, the Nora Store opened on the same corner promptly in 1907, notably selling vinegar for farming and flour sacks for handmade clothing. Angela George, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024 On the day of the race, Reto and Christine stood waiting in central Zurich, holding their handmade cardboard signs. Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handmade. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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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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