manufacturer
noun
man·u·fac·tur·er
ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chər-ər 
-ˈfak-shrər,
ˌma-nə-
: one that manufactures
especially
: an employer of workers in manufacturing
Examples of manufacturer in a Sentence
Follow the instructions recommended by the manufacturer.
They are one of the country's leading manufacturers of children's clothing.
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Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025
Though questions remain about how passengers will actually respond to what could potentially feel like a more claustrophobic cabin, a successful rollout by Otto could inspire similar designs from other manufacturers eager to reduce costs and lower emissions.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 Oct. 2025
Asadourian serves as president and general manager of Allvan, a van and truck manufacturer based in La Vergne.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Armenia was another new sourcing showcase, with an offer of 11 manufacturers of diverse profiles, from sportswear to outerwear.
—Ellen Groves, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
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“Manufacturer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manufacturer. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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manufacturer
noun
man·u·fac·tur·er
ˌman-(y)ə-ˈfak-chər-ər
: one that manufactures
especially
: an employer of workers in manufacturing
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