built to order

build to order

To construct or assemble something in accordance with specific parameters (usually from a buyer). A noun can be used between "build" and "to." The client must be rich if he wants us to build the boat to order!

See also: build, order

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 piece 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