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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Prescription drugs filled at a pharmacy represented 18% of a worker’s health care premium in 2021, after factoring in any rebates paid out by manufacturers, according to the consulting and actuarial firm Milliman. — Bob Herman, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026

Koerte says this is where the longevity of Europe’s leading manufacturers could be an advantage. — Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Decades of outsourcing have left American manufacturers ill-equipped to meet demand, leading to higher costs and longer wait times for companies, universities and consumers that require both cutting-edge and everyday electronics. — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2026

Rubin testified before Congress on behalf of the Unified Government and other fire departments in 2025, opposing fire truck manufacturer monopolies. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1687, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing manufacturer

• original equipment manufacturer

Kids Definition

manufacturer

noun

man·​u·​fac·​tur·​er ˌman-(y)ə-ˈfak-chər-ər 

: one that manufactures

especially : an employer of workers in manufacturing