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bespoke

/bɪˈspəʊk/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Custom-made or individually created, especially for a particular person.


Synonyms

custom , custom made , purpose-built , tailored
Rhymes
Words rhyming with bespoke
oke , spoke
Variants
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bespoke , bespoken , bespeak , bespeaking , bespeaks
Etymology
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Originated in the late 16th century from the verb 'bespeak' meaning to order or commission, and the suffix -oke, denoting a place or workshop.


Trivia
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  1. Bespoke suits were once a status symbol for the wealthy and aristocracy.

  2. Bespoke shoes require about 80 hours of labor to make.

  3. The term 'bespoke' is also used in the context of software development to describe custom-built applications.


Related Concepts
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  1. Custom-made: Bespoke is a type of custom-made, where each item is designed and created specifically for an individual.

  2. Tailor-made: Synonymous with bespoke, referring to items made to measure for an individual.


Culture
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Bespoke has been used extensively in the fashion industry to describe clothing tailored to an individual's measurements and preferences. It is also used in the context of bespoke furniture, cars, and other luxury goods.

How to Memorize "bespoke"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a tailor measuring and creating a suit for a client in a workshop.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'bespoke' with high-quality, custom-made items.

  3. mnemonics

    - BESPOKE: 'B' for Bespoke, 'E' for Each, 'S' for Specific, 'P' for Person, 'O' for Order, 'K' for Keep


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