handwoven

adjective

hand·​wo·​ven ˈhand-ˈwō-vən How to pronounce handwoven (audio)
1
: produced on a hand-operated loom
2
: woven by hand
handwoven baskets

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Nearby, textile stronghold Reguengos is famous for its handwoven rugs and blankets, while—further afield—the regional capital Évora is a Unesco World Heritage Site with medieval palaces and a vast gothic cathedral worthy of extended exploration. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026 There’s something special about slipping into these handwoven ballet flats; the airy leather upper feels light and breathable, hugging your foot without ever feeling stiff. Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026 Rooms boasted arched doorways, stone flooring, and handwoven Tufenkian carpets. Marlise Kast-Myers, Boston Herald, 12 Apr. 2026 The silhouette, handwoven design, and straps all boast a striking resemblance to the Bottega Veneta version. Megan Schaltegger, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handwoven

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of handwoven was in 1880

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“Handwoven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handwoven. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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