manufacturer

noun

man·​u·​fac·​tur·​er ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chər-ər How to pronounce manufacturer (audio)
-ˈfak-shrər,
ˌma-nə-
Synonyms of manufacturernext
: 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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Pixel 10 Pro Software Updated The new details come from within the Android Open Source Project code—which manufacturers use to build their own Android versions, including Google. — Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 Although manufacturers differ on their preferred humidity windows, most agree that the ideal humidity is between 40% and 50%, but that paint can still be applied in up to 70% humidity. — Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Mar. 2025 Chomps' manufacturer recalled nearly 30,000 ready-to-eat beef sticks after customers reported metal in the product. — Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025 Super Micro Computer — Shares of the semiconductor manufacturer advanced 7.8% after JPMorgan upgraded the stock to neutral from underweight. — Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manufacturer

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First Known Use

circa 1687, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of manufacturer was circa 1687

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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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