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tailoring

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈteɪɫɝɪŋ// UK //tˈeɪləɹɪŋ// tai·lor·ing

n. the skill or business of making clothes that fit a specific person perfectly. It also means changing something so it works better for a particular need.

n. the activity or trade of a tailor, specifically the professional cutting and sewing of garments to individual specifications. Often used metaphorically to describe the customisation of services or products to meet specific requirements.


SIMPLE

The suit is a fine example of expert tailoring.

CONTEXTUAL

The software company offers extensive tailoring of its interface to suit the specific workflow of each client.

COMPLEX

While mass-produced garments are affordable, they lack the structural integrity and precise fit achieved through traditional bespoke tailoring.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the craft or the process of customisation.

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