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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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North American automakers are seeking local materials to comply with domestic content requirements. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025 Popular automakers like Hyundai, Kia, Lexus and more offer several hybrid SUV nameplates for the American market. Charles Singh, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025 Just three cars on our list were made after that, which reflects just how many muscle cars American automakers were producing at the peak. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2025 The Geome Xingyuan's success also highlights another trend — traditional automakers such as Geely making inroads in EVs. Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 24 Nov. 2025 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 3 Dec. 2025.

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