Meaning of ready-made in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   ready-made

   Definitions

   1. repeated regularly without thought or originality

   Examples

   • « ready-made phrases »

   Synonyms

   • unoriginal
2. 2. commercially produced

   Examples

   • « not homemade »
   • « ready-made clothes »

   Synonyms

   • factory-made

3. Qualitative Adjective

   ready-made

   Definitions

   1. made for purchase and immediate use

   Synonyms

   • made
   • off-the-rack
   • off-the-shelf
   • off-the-peg
   • ready-to-wear
   • prefab
   • prefabricated

   Antonyms

   • custom-made
   • customized
   • custom
   • customised