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View synonyms for made-to-measure
made-to-measure
[ meyd-tuh-mezh-er ]
adjective
- (of a garment, shoes, etc.) made in accordance with a specific individual's measurements.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of made-to-measure1
First recorded in 1925–30
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Idioms and Phrases
Also, tailor-made . Fashioned to fit a particular need or purpose, very suitable. For example, Jane finds her new position is made to measure for her , or This bridge club is tailor-made for Max . Originally referring to clothes made to fit a particular person very precisely, these terms have been used figuratively since the mid-1900s. Also see made to order .Advertisement
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