as in maker
a person or business that manufactures something (such as a product)
The company is a leading manufacturer of farm equipment.
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Recent Examples of manufacturer
The first thing to know about dates on food products is that—with the exception of infant formula—the manufacturer adds them, not the federal government.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 7 July 2025
Sabra brand hummus is also on the list, though the Israeli manufacturer that owned half of the company has since sold its share to PepsiCo.
—Vanessa Romo, NPR, 7 July 2025
Or manufacturers of anything that can be shipped across borders.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
With products from so many different server makers affected, admins should consult with their manufacturer when unsure if their networks are exposed.
—ArsTechnica, 26 June 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 7 July 2025
Sabra brand hummus is also on the list, though the Israeli manufacturer that owned half of the company has since sold its share to PepsiCo.
—Vanessa Romo, NPR, 7 July 2025
Or manufacturers of anything that can be shipped across borders.
—Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
With products from so many different server makers affected, admins should consult with their manufacturer when unsure if their networks are exposed.
—ArsTechnica, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manufacturer
Noun
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The podcast maker was founded by Emmy-winning producer Oz Woloshyn and former iHeartMedia senior vp Mangesh Hattikudur.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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In most cases, the auto maker has visibility down to the raw material level.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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His career spans senior roles in London and Los Angeles within broadcasters, production companies and distributors, including positions at BBC Studios, Shine International and RDF.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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Recall is a voluntary action that takes place because manufacturers and distributors carry out their responsibility to protect the public health and well-being from products that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Hannigan, a newer recruit to the Di Bona troupe, noted that the producer’s innate kindness and consideration impressed her from the start.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
12 July 2025
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The producers delve into sometimes mainstream, sometimes obscure topics, such as the woman who wanted to run an ultramarathon against a horse and a longform project on amateur ice hockey player Hobey Baker.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Always work with a healthcare provider for allergies to help identify the allergen and develop a treatment plan.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
8 July 2025
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Evers made the comments July 7 after touring an Early Head Start provider in Milwaukee to highlight the budget's investments in child care.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
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“Manufacturer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manufacturer. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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