mass production
noun
: production of goods in considerable quantities usually by machinery
Beginning with the mass production of cotton clothing, the Industrial Revolution produced a parade of synthetic fabrics, including nylon and rayon.—
Joseph A. Amato
Joseph A. AmatoDespite the larger commercial space, Sans Souci maintains their artisanal philosophy: no machines, no preservatives, and no mass production. Everything is hand-dipped and cut.—Amy Johansson
Amy JohanssonWe learned about the railroad … and the way the mass production of nails revolutionized the building of balloon-frame houses …—David Updike
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This shift is so total that Tesla is winding down production of its veteran Model S and Model X vehicles to repurpose its California factory for the mass production of Optimus humanoid robots.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
The company introduced patent technologies, such as, the electric self-starter, mass production breakthroughs, and automatic transmissions – making modern transportation accessible.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The mass production of copies of a brand-name drug is typically only allowed when the drug is in shortage.
—Elaine Chen, STAT, 7 Feb. 2026
To lay the groundwork for its first robot meant for mass production, Tesla still needs people.
—Andrea Guzmán, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
The company introduced patent technologies, such as, the electric self-starter, mass production breakthroughs, and automatic transmissions – making modern transportation accessible.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The mass production of copies of a brand-name drug is typically only allowed when the drug is in shortage.
—Elaine Chen, STAT, 7 Feb. 2026
To lay the groundwork for its first robot meant for mass production, Tesla still needs people.
—Andrea Guzmán, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for mass production
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“Mass production.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mass%20production. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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