build to order

build to order

To construct or assemble something in accordance with specific parameters (usually from a buyer). A noun or pronoun can be used between "build" and "to." The client must be rich if he wants us to build the boat to order! Considering how tall you are, you might have to build a suit to order. I doubt anything off the rack is going to fit you properly. Our company specializes in building cars to order for wealthy automotive enthusiasts.

See also: build, order, to

built to order

Built, constructed, or assembled to meet one's custom measurements or needs; very well suited to someone's personal needs or desires. Hyphenated if used as a modifier before a noun. It's a nice change of pace getting a suit that's built to order—it looks great, and it fits like a dream! After weeks of searching, I finally found a job that was built to order for me. They specialize in built-to-order cars for wealthy automotive enthusiasts.

See also: built, order, to

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build something to order

to build an individual object according to a special set of specifications. I am having them build a new house to order—just for us. The car will be built to order.

See also: build, order, to

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