tailoring
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈteɪlərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈteɪlɚɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The work or craft of making or altering clothing to fit a person, often done by a professional tailor.
Example
She is known for her exceptional tailoring skills, creating custom suits for her clients.
Conversation
I just got my suit back from the tailor, and the tailoring is perfect!
That's great to hear! Good tailoring can really make a difference.
Yeah, I wanted it to fit just right for the wedding.
Absolutely! Well-tailored clothes always look so much better.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
crafting
design
alteration
Antonyms
destruction
neglect
dismantling
verb
Definition
To make or adjust clothing to fit a person perfectly.
Example
She is tailoring a dress for the upcoming wedding.
Tense Forms
Past: tailored
Past Participle: tailored
Conversation
Have you seen my new dress?
Yes, it's beautiful! Did you have it tailoring done?
Thanks! I wanted it to fit perfectly, so I decided on tailoring it.
Root Explanation
Tailoring → It is formed from "tailor" (from Old French *taillour*, meaning to cut) and "-ing" (a suffix indicating the action or process). The word "tailoring" refers to the process of cutting and shaping fabric to create clothing.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'tailor' who 'cuts' fabric to make clothes — that's why 'tailoring' means the process of making garments.
Visually Confused Words
sailoring
trailing
traitorling
tiring
tiling
sailorizing
airing
ailing