manufacturer
noun
Simple meaning
A company that makes goods in large numbers, usually in factories.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
mænjəˈfæktʃɚɚ
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Definition
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noun
A person or company that manufactures.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- General English
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- “The manufacturer recalled several units due to a safety issue.”noun
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Someone who manufactures arms and munitions.
A business engaged in the manufacture of automobiles.
A business engaged in the manufacture of automobiles.
A person who manufactures food products.
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