manufacture

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noun

man·​u·​fac·​ture ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chər How to pronounce manufacture (audio)
ˌma-nə-
1
: something made from raw materials by hand or by machinery
imports most manufactures used by consumersD. L. Cohn
2
a
: the process of making wares by hand or by machinery especially when carried on systematically with division of labor
the manufacture of automobiles
b
: a productive industry using mechanical power and machinery
3
: the act or process of producing something
the manufacture of blood goes on constantly in the human bodyMorris Fishbein

manufacture

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verb

manufactured; manufacturing ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chə-riŋ How to pronounce manufacture (audio)
-ˈfak-shriŋ,
ˌma-nə-

transitive verb

1
: to make into a product suitable for use
2
a
: to make from raw materials by hand or by machinery
b
: to produce according to an organized plan and with division of labor
c
: prefabricate
a manufactured home
3
: invent, fabricate
known to manufacture evidence
4
: to produce as if by manufacturing : create
writers who manufacture stories for television

intransitive verb

: to engage in manufacture
manufacturability
ˌman-yə-ˌfak-chə-rə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce manufacture (audio)
-ˌfak-shrə-ˈbi-
ˌma-nə-
noun
manufacturable
ˌman-yə-ˈfak-chə-rə-bəl How to pronounce manufacture (audio)
-ˈfak-shrə-bəl
ˌma-nə-
adjective
manufacturing noun

Examples of manufacture in a Sentence

Noun materials used in the manufacture of cars We're developing new methods of paper manufacture. Verb materials used in manufacturing cars a company that manufactures wool and cotton clothing
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Legal challenges to the sales ban as well as to the state's ban on the manufacture and sale of high-capacity magazines, adopted in 2022, are pending. Gene Johnson, Quartz, 9 Mar. 2024 The recall involves Jool Baby's Nova Baby infant swings with a manufacture date from June 2022 through September 2023, which can be found on the sewn-in warming label on the back of the swing's seat. Kate Gibson, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2024 The manufactures suggested retail price, including the $1,335 destination charge, is: $33,695. Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2024 Also, Mexico could take on the manufacture of more basic chips used in everyday products. Jorge Gonzalez Henrichsen, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024 Powering the watch is the new El Primero 3630 automatic high-frequency manufacture caliber, with a power reserve of 60 hours. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2024 With 185 more acres to fill, Neighborhood 91 is seeking out more like-minded companies to join its supply chain ecosystem, manufacture parts, and drive innovation. Carolyn Schwaar, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 The manufactures suggested retail price ( MSRP), including the $1,365 inland freight and handling charge, is: $49,480. Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2024 This claim aligns with last week’s press release announcing the new uniforms, which fully credited Nike with everything but the actual manufacture of the garments. Amanda Mull, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2024
Verb
Glanbia Foods, an Irish company that manufactures American-style cheese, now produces one in four slices of cheese consumed in the US. Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 18 Mar. 2024 Thinner lenses are not only manufactured as high-index lenses for more comfort but can also be more flattering on your face. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024 But building a network of satellites manufactured, launched and navigated from Taiwan will require billions of dollars and years of research and testing. John Liu, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2024 The punishment would be similar for people who manufacture or transport the products. The Arizona Republic, 14 Mar. 2024 Opponents argue that the harvesting of forests and burning of wood pellets has a negative overall impact on carbon reserves, while polluting the poor, Black communities often located near the manufacturing plants. James Pollard, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2024 Their complaint alleges that the contractors are contributing to the current Israel-Hamas war, manufacturing weapons, supplies, and equipment that the Israeli government is using against Palestinians. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 Mar. 2024 Tobacco vape manufacturers known to be popular with young people, including Puff Bar, are now manufacturing their own Delta 8 THC vapes as well. Nicholas Florko, STAT, 12 Mar. 2024 This is also considered a contract-grade item, meaning it is manufactured to meet the long-lasting demands of both residential and commercial spaces. L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Noun and Verb

Middle French, from Medieval Latin manufactura, from Latin manu factus, literally, made by hand

First Known Use

Noun

1567, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1648, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of manufacture was in 1567

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Cite this Entry

“Manufacture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manufacture. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

manufacture

1 of 2 noun
man·​u·​fac·​ture ˌman-(y)ə-ˈfak-chər How to pronounce manufacture (audio)
1
: something made from raw materials
2
: the making of products by hand or machinery
3
: production sense 2
the manufacture of blood in the body

manufacture

2 of 2 verb
manufactured; manufacturing
-ˈfak-chə-riŋ,
-ˈfak-shriŋ
1
: to make into a product suitable for use
manufacture wool
2
: to make from raw materials by hand or by machinery
3
: to make up sometimes with the intention of misleading
manufacturing noun
Etymology

Noun

from early French manufacture "something made," from Latin manufactus "made by hand," from earlier manu "by hand" (from manus "hand") and factus, past participle of facere "to make, do" — related to factory, fashion, manage, manual

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