customize

verb

cus·​tom·​ize ˈkə-stə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing

transitive verb

: to build, fit, or alter according to individual specifications
customizable adjective
customization noun
customizer noun

Examples of customize in a Sentence

The telephone company has offered to customize a plan for our business. The program can be customized to serve different purposes.
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Additional vehicles from West Coast Customs, such as the AMG Mercedes customized for Don Toliver or the Tesla concept refashioned for Wil.i.am, flesh out the dream lineup. Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024 After creating an account and taking an online assessment, Interlude’s medical team will review your health profile, and a licensed doctor will create a prescription and care plan customized to your needs. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Nov. 2024 Developers can use a code-first approach to customize AI solutions, enabling agents to work across multiple data platforms and integrate seamlessly with existing systems. Janakiram Msv, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 Many items can be customized for corporate gift options. Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for customize 

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of customize was in 1920

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“Customize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/customize. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

customize

verb
cus·​tom·​ize ˈkəs-tə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing
: to build, fit, or change to suit a specific customer
a customized van
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