tailoring

noun
UK: /ˈteɪ.lə.rɪŋ/
US: /ˈteɪ.lər.ɪŋ/

  1. The activity of making clothes to fit a particular person.

    1. She is interested in tailoring as a hobby.
    2. The course offers comprehensive training in the art of tailoring for bespoke garments.

  2. The style or cut of a garment, especially as it relates to how well it fits.

    1. The tailoring of his suit was impeccable.
    2. The meticulous tailoring and clean lines of her dress accentuated her figure.

  3. The process of adapting or modifying something to suit a particular need or purpose.

    1. The tailoring of the program to the students' needs was successful.
    2. Effective tailoring of marketing strategies is essential for reaching diverse consumer segments.

Synonyms

adaptation modification fitting sewing
tailoring verb

  1. Present participle of tailor: To make or adapt for a specific need or purpose.

    1. He is tailoring the jacket to fit.
    2. She is tailoring her presentation to suit the needs of the audience.
tailoring adjective

  1. Relating to the making of clothes, especially suits, coats, etc., to fit a particular person.

    1. The tailoring shop is nearby.
    2. The bespoke tailoring service provides high-quality, custom-made garments.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "tailoring" in English means: The activity of making clothes to fit a particular person., The style or cut of a garment, especially as it relates to how well it fits., The process of adapting or modifying something to suit a particular need or purpose..

The phonetic transcription of "tailoring" is /ˈteɪ.lə.rɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈteɪ.lər.ɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "tailoring": adaptation, modification, fitting, sewing.

Example usage of "tailoring": "She is interested in tailoring as a hobby.". More examples on the page.