handmade

adjective

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

Examples of handmade in a Sentence

received a handmade sweater at the baby shower
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These green, handmade metal napkin rings are imported from India and come in a set of six. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 May 2026 In addition to the competitions, attendees could visit pet vendors, enjoy snow cones and mocktails, participate in children's craft stations and browse handmade pet products. Cbs Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 17 May 2026 Along with stocking up on fresh produce and handmade goods, visitors to the Clarksville Commons Farmers Market can connect with local organizations serving the community this season. Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026 As native wildflowers bloom throughout the gardens, whimsical art and tiny handmade homes created by local artists are displayed among the plants. Hali Smith may 16, Idaho Statesman, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for handmade

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of handmade was in 1809

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“Handmade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handmade. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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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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