tailoring

noun

tai·​lor·​ing ˈtā-lə-riŋ How to pronounce tailoring (audio)
Synonyms of tailoringnext
1
a
: the business or occupation of a tailor
b
: the work or workmanship of a tailor
2
: the making or adapting of something to suit a particular purpose

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The store also offers tailoring and alterations, shoe shines, monogramming, engraving, eyebrow waxing and so much more. — New York Times, 31 July 2026 With his theatrical flair and inspirations of epic proportions, Galliano immediately became famous for his ultrafeminine gowns, innovative tailoring and a cheeky, streetwise sensibility. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Continuing the Men in Black—or perhaps Studs in Black—thread, the Stud Budz arrived in tailoring that proved there is more than one way to wear a suit. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Vogue’s Favorite Colorful City Totes The latest Dior Men show under Jonathan Anderson made a case for colorful carryalls styled with sharp tailoring. — Augustine Hammond, Vogue, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tailoring

Word History

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of tailoring was in 1662

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tailoring

noun
tai·​lor·​ing ˈtā-lə-riŋ How to pronounce tailoring (audio)
1
a
: the business or occupation of a tailor
b
: the work or quality of work of a tailor
2
: the making or adapting of something to suit a particular purpose

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