manufacturer

American  

[man-yuh-fak-cher-er] / ˌmæn yəˈfæk tʃər ər /

noun

1. a person, group, or company that owns or runs a manufacturing plant.

2. a person, group, or company that manufactures.

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manufacturer British  

/ ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃərə /

noun

1. a person or business concern that manufactures goods or owns a factory

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Etymology

Origin of manufacturer

First recorded in 1710–20; manufacture + -er ¹

Example Sentences

But he added: "New cars may be a challenge as well" as there were concerns UK car manufacturers were reluctant to export electric cars for sale to the Channel Islands.

From BBC

Mazda is one of the few manufacturers that publish separate performance specs depending on fuel grade.

From The Wall Street Journal

"As manufacturers and operators increasingly favour EVs, demand for hydrogen in transport has diminished," a statement said.

From BBC

Large manufacturers have already begun adjusting their portfolios.

From The Wall Street Journal

The case is significant for establishing the precedent that allegations against foreign companies supplying British manufacturers can be judged in an English court.

From BBC

Related Words

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