: one that produces complex equipment (such as a computer system) from components usually bought from other manufacturers

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In a market where differentiation hinges on software quality and post-sale engagement, DLM is a strategic asset no OEM can afford to ignore. Thomas Ryd, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025 All the main businesses reported annual increases in revenue, with Windows OEM and Devices up 3%; Xbox content and services up 13%; and Search and news advertising (ex-traffic acquisition costs) up 21%. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 July 2025 Plus is working with OEM partner TRATON for near-term launch of autonomous trucks, starting with TRATON subsidiary International Trucks in the U.S. Richard Bishop, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025 According to the Reddit post, the phone was plugged in to a standard USB-PD charger overnight (the OEM Steam Deck plug). Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 28 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for OEM

Word History

Etymology

original equipment manufacturer

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of OEM was in 1968

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“OEM.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/OEM. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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