handmade

adjective

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

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received a handmade sweater at the baby shower
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For all its focus on technology, Barón describes what happens onstage as surprisingly handmade. — Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 Food and drink Portuguese cuisine is at the core of the culinary offering here—even handmade pizzas emerge from the wood-oven, topped with figs, smoked tuna, or Iberian pork. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 Checkers Mate Duct tape turns a ziplock bag into a game board that holds handmade playing pieces. — Jodi Levine, Parents, 21 Aug. 2026 The menu blends regional traditions with contemporary presentation, highlighting handmade tortillas, seafood, moles, open-fire cooking and seasonal ingredients. — Evan Moore august 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handmade

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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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