mass production

noun

: production of goods in considerable quantities usually by machinery
Beginning with the mass production of cotton clothing, the Industrial Revolution produced a parade of synthetic fabrics, including nylon and rayon.Joseph A. Amato
Despite the larger commercial space, Sans Souci maintains their artisanal philosophy: no machines, no preservatives, and no mass production. Everything is hand-dipped and cut.Amy Johansson
We learned about the railroad … and the way the mass production of nails revolutionized the building of balloon-frame houses …David Updike

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Extensive design iterations, airworthiness certification, and manufacturing validation requirements make the path to mass production longer and more complex, resulting in a gradual ramp-up in deliveries. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026 But as the world’s factory floor, China leads in mass production capacity, supplies of hardware and harvesting of data for training robots. Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 6 June 2026 In practice, the system of mass production pioneered by Henry Ford made work more fragmented, monotonous, and physically and psychologically demanding. Christopher Marquis, Time, 30 May 2026 But that market has faced growing criticism for its dependence on mass production and cultural appropriation — and a portion of travelers are responding by spending their money differently. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mass production

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mass production was in 1873

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“Mass production.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mass%20production. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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