tailor
/ˈteɪ.lər/
NOUN
1. A person who makes or alters clothes professionally
A person whose occupation is making, repairing, or altering clothing, especially suits and other fitted garments.
1.1. Professional clothing maker and repairer
Refers to a skilled person who measures, cuts, sews, fits, and alters garments to suit individual customers.
Synonyms
- dressmaker
- seamster
- seamstress
- clothier
- couturier
- garment maker
Examples
- She took her wedding dress to a tailor for alterations.
- The tailor made a custom suit for the client.
- A skilled tailor can adjust a jacket to achieve a perfect fit.
Related Words
NOUN
2. A marine fish known as the bluefish
A predatory marine fish, Pomatomus saltatrix, found in temperate and subtropical waters and commonly known as the bluefish.
2.1. Bluefish species
Refers to the marine fish also called bluefish, recognized for its streamlined body, sharp teeth, and predatory feeding habits.
Synonyms
- bluefish
Examples
- The local fishermen caught several tailor along the coast.
- Tailor are prized by recreational anglers in some coastal regions.
Related Words
- Pomatomus saltatrix
- marine fish
- predatory fish
- saltwater fish
VERB
3. To make, repair, or alter clothing
To make garments or modify existing clothing by cutting, sewing, or adjusting the material so that it fits properly.
3.1. Making or altering garments
Describes the work of creating, repairing, or adjusting clothing to achieve a desired fit, shape, or style.
Synonyms
- make
- sew
- stitch
- alter
- custom-make
- fit
- refashion
Examples
- The designer asked the tailor to adjust the jacket sleeves.
- She learned to tailor her own clothes.
- The shop can tailor trousers to fit your measurements.
Related Words
- dressmaking
- seam
- hem
- fitting
- garment construction
- clothing alteration
VERB
4. To adapt something for a particular purpose or need
To modify or customize something so that it is suitable for a specific person, situation, requirement, or objective.
4.1. Customizing to suit particular requirements
Describes changing the content, design, approach, or features of something to make it appropriate for a specific audience or purpose.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- standardize
- generalize
Examples
- The company tailored its services to meet the needs of small businesses.
- Teachers should tailor their lessons to the abilities of their students.
- The training program was tailored for experienced professionals.
Related Words
- customization
- adaptation
- modification
- personalization
- specific requirements
- individual needs
4.2. Restricting or narrowing to meet specific needs
Describes limiting the scope, range, or content of something so that it addresses a particular requirement or serves a defined purpose.
Synonyms
- restrict
- limit
- narrow
- confine
- curtail
Antonyms
- broaden
- expand
- widen
Examples
- The researchers tailored the study to a narrowly defined population.
- The policy was tailored to limit eligibility to qualifying applicants.
Related Words
- limitation
- restriction
- scope
- specificity
- requirements