tailored

The word “tailored” means fitted closely and neatly to the body, in the style of clothing made by a tailor. In plain terms, either closely fitted (clothing) or custom-designed for a specific purpose.

Here is “tailored” used in a sentence: “He wore a sharply tailored jacket to the interview.”

“Tailored” is an adjective.

“Tailored” is an uncommon word in modern English.

“Tailored” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fitted closely and neatly to the body, in the style of clothing made by a tailor.

Tailored specifically implies fitted closely and neatly, in the manner of clothing shaped by a tailor, or more broadly adjusted to suit a particular need. Custom is a wider term covering anything made specifically for one person or purpose, not necessarily implying a close, precise fit. Tailored often carries a connotation of careful, professional adjustment.

Yes, tailored is commonly used figuratively to describe anything specifically adjusted or designed to fit a particular need, such as a tailored marketing strategy or a tailored fitness plan. This usage extends the clothing meaning of a close, precise fit to plans, services, and solutions.

A tailored suit is fitted closely and neatly to the body, as clothing made or altered by a tailor would be, while an off-the-rack suit is mass-produced in standard sizes without individual adjustment. The tailored fit generally sits more precisely on the wearer's specific shape.