automaker

noun

au·​to·​mak·​er ˈȯ-tō-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce automaker (audio)
ˈä-tō-
: a manufacturer of automobiles

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More recent air quality news Major automakers are urging the EPA to delay tougher vehicle pollution standards for two years. Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026 Both the actor and the automaker’s models presented a powerful and dashing visage that defined the glamor of the age, and Hollywood’s glitterati were enamored with each. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 3 June 2026 Before the announcement, only select users had access to limited versions as the automaker awaited regulatory approval. Matthew Chin, CNBC, 3 June 2026 The world’s largest automaker built its reputation upon rock-solid reliability. Joel Feder, The Drive, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for automaker

Word History

Etymology

auto entry 1 + maker

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of automaker was in 1899

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“Automaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/automaker. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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