bespoke
|be-spoke|
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/bɪˈspoʊk/
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/bɪˈspəʊk/
custom-made
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bespoke' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bespeken,' where 'be-' meant 'about' and 'speken' meant 'to speak.'
Historical Evolution
'bespeken' transformed into the modern English word 'bespoke' through the process of linguistic evolution.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to speak about or arrange,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'custom-made.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense of 'bespeak', meaning to order or arrange in advance.
The event bespoke a great deal of planning.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
custom-made or tailored to the specifications of an individual.
He wore a bespoke suit to the wedding.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35