manufacturer

noun

man·​u·​fac·​tur·​er ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chər-ər How to pronounce manufacturer (audio)
-ˈfak-shrər,
ˌma-nə-
: one that manufactures
especially : an employer of workers in manufacturing

Examples of manufacturer in a Sentence

Follow the instructions recommended by the manufacturer. They are one of the country's leading manufacturers of children's clothing.
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Fox News Digital reached out to the FDA and to the manufacturer of mifepristone for comment. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2025 Changes here have a negative impact on the user experience, which is why manufacturers are hesitant. ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2025 The Defender 90 remains the smallest, most maneuverable sport utility vehicle in the British manufacturer’s lineup. James Raia, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2025 This upheaval heralds the start of an era where the traditional manufacturers of the West would see their markets undermined to such an extent that some would be forced into bankruptcy or mergers. Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manufacturer

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1687, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of manufacturer was circa 1687

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“Manufacturer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manufacturer. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

manufacturer

noun
man·​u·​fac·​tur·​er ˌman-(y)ə-ˈfak-chər-ər How to pronounce manufacturer (audio)
: one that manufactures
especially : an employer of workers in manufacturing

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