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manufacturer

/,mænju'fæktʃərə/
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Word: Manufacturer

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A manufacturer is a person or a company that makes products. They take raw materials and turn them into goods that can be sold. For example, a toy manufacturer creates toys from plastic and other materials.

Usage Instructions:
  • You can usemanufacturer” to describe a specific company or person involved in making things.
  • It is often used in business contexts to talk about the production of goods.
Example Sentences:
  1. Simple Example: The toy manufacturer made thousands of dolls for Christmas.
  2. Contextual Example: The car manufacturer announced a new electric vehicle model that will be released next year.
Advanced Usage:
  • In business discussions, you might hear terms like "original equipment manufacturer" (OEM), which refers to a company that produces parts or equipment that may be marketed by another manufacturer.
  • Contract manufacturer” is another term used when a company hires another company to produce its products.
Word Variants:
  • Manufacture (verb): To make or produce something, especially on a large scale.
    • Example: The factory manufactures furniture.
  • Manufacturing (noun): The process of making products.
    • Example: Manufacturing is an important part of the economy.
Different Meanings:
  • In a broader sense, "manufacturer" can also refer to anyone who creates or produces something, not just in a factory setting. For example, an artist can be seen as a manufacturer of art.
Synonyms:
  • Producer
  • Maker
  • Builder
  • Fabricator
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "Manufacture a story": This phrase means to create a story that is not true or is exaggerated.
    • Example: He didn't witness the accident; he just manufactured a story to get attention.
Summary:

A manufacturer is crucial in bringing products to market, whether it’s toys, cars, furniture, or any other goods.

Noun
  1. someone who manufactures something
  2. a business engaged in manufacturing some product

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