Prefab — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /(ˌ)prē-ˈfab/ pre·fab

Meaning & Definition of Prefab

Prefab (adjective)

  1. produced by prefabrication, prefabricated

Prefab (noun)

  1. a prefabricated structure

Prefab (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in prefabricated

    similar: prefabricated, commercial, hand-me-down, ready-to-wear, bought, mass-produced, off-the-peg (chiefly British), off-the-rack, off-the-shelf, ready-made, store, store-bought
    opposite: bespoke, custom, customized, custom-made, tailored, tailor-made, handcrafted, handmade, homemade

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prefab

The most common words with a similar meaning to Prefab:

Chiefly British: off-the-peg
prefabricated, commercial, hand-me-down, ready-to-wear, bought, mass-produced, off-the-rack, off-the-shelf, ready-made, store, store-bought

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Prefab

Words with the opposite meaning of Prefab:

bespoke, custom, customized, custom-made, tailored, tailor-made, handcrafted, handmade, homemade

Origin & Etymology of Prefab

First known use: 1937

Frequently Asked Questions about Prefab

What does "Prefab" mean?

"Prefab" means produced by prefabrication, prefabricated. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: produced by prefabrication, prefabricated.

What is another word for "Prefab"?

Other words for "Prefab" include prefabricated, commercial, hand-me-down, ready-to-wear, bought, mass-produced, off-the-peg and off-the-rack. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prefab" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Prefab"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prefab". Common alternatives include prefabricated, commercial, hand-me-down, ready-to-wear, bought, mass-produced, off-the-peg, off-the-rack, off-the-shelf and ready-made.

What is the opposite of "Prefab"?

Antonyms of "Prefab" include bespoke, custom, customized, custom-made, tailored, tailor-made, handcrafted and handmade.

Is "Prefab" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Prefab" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Prefab"?

"Prefab" is pronounced /(ˌ)prē-ˈfab/ and divided into syllables as pre·fab.

What is the origin of the word "Prefab"?

First known use: 1937.

What is another word for "Prefab" meaning "as in prefabricated"?

When "Prefab" (adjective) means as in prefabricated, synonyms include prefabricated, commercial, hand-me-down, ready-to-wear, bought and mass-produced. Opposites in this sense include bespoke, custom, customized and custom-made.