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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The index for large non-manufacturers, such as services, edged up to 37 from the last tankan 's 36. — ABC News, 1 July 2026 The decision is a marketing win for the tobacco giant, which like other manufacturers is investing in smoke-free products. — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 1 July 2026 Heiser recommends checking your mattress manufacturer's guidelines before purchasing a foundation. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026 Kruszewski recalls reading about Japanese mills purchasing antique fabric looms from American manufacturers that were closing during the early stages of globalization. — Emmanuel Olunkwa, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for manufacturer

Word History

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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manufacturer. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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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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