manufacturer

[ man-yuh-fak-cher-er ]

noun

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

manufacturer

/ ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃərə /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of manufacturer¹

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

Example Sentences

However, a former director of a baby formula manufacturer, who wished to remain anonymous, told the BBC the introduction of an NHS-branded product would create a “race to the bottom”, with companies lowering the quality of their formula to compete for the cheapest price.

From BBC

So the processing unit manufacturer has a lot to look forward to.

From Slate

Toy manufacturer Mattel has apologized for a misprint that appeared on the packaging of its line of “Wicked” dolls and listed an address for an adult website.

From Los Angeles Times

“Parents are advised that the misprinted, incorrect website is not appropriate for children. Consumers who already have the product are advised to discard the product packaging or obscure the link and may contact Mattel Customer Service for further information,” said the manufacturer.

From Los Angeles Times

Part of Hitachi’s testing was to deliberately destabilise a cell, including piercing it and overheating it, says Chris Dautel, senior electrical engineer at the manufacturer.

From BBC

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