tailor

teɪlɔr

Definitions

1. noun

A person whose occupation is to make, alter, or repair clothes, especially men’s clothes.

“She took her suit to the tailor to get it altered.”

2. verb

To make, alter, or repair clothes, especially men’s clothes.

“He tailors suits for a living.”

3. verb

To adjust or fit (something) closely, especially to a particular situation or requirement.

“The manager had to tailor her presentation to the audience’s needs.”

Synonyms

  • cutter
  • dressmaker
  • seamster

Antonyms

  • butcher