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Definition of tailor
tailor
/ˈteɪ.lɚ/
tai · lor
Plural:tailors
•Adjective:tailored
•Past Simple:tailored
•Past Participle:tailored
•Present Participle:tailoring
tailor Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
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• noun
1
A person whose occupation is making, repairing, or altering garments, especially men's suits and coats.
Example
"He took his newly purchased trousers to the local tailor to have them hemmed."
Synonyms
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1
To make, adapt, or alter something for a particular purpose, situation, or person.
Example
"The teacher tailors her lesson plans to accommodate the different learning styles of her students."
2
To make or alter a piece of clothing to fit a specific person or specification.
Example
"She had the vintage dress tailored so that it would fit her perfectly for the gala."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English 'tailour', borrowed from Old French 'tailleor' (cutter), derived from the verb 'taillier' (to cut), ultimately from Late Latin 'taliare' (to split or cut).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tailor. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tailor