manufacture (B2)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: /ˌmænjʊˈfækʧər/

Definition

To make or produce something, especially on a large scale using machinery.

Examples

• The company plans to manufacture smartphones in India.

• They manufacture a wide range of chemicals for industrial use.

• This factory has been manufacturing textiles for over fifty years.

How to Use manufacture

manufacture something (verb)

To make or produce something. — "The plant will manufacture electric vehicles."

manufacture something for someone/something (verb)

To produce goods intended for a specific market or purpose. — "They manufacture specialized equipment for the medical field."

manufacture a story/excuse/lie (verb)

To invent or create a false account or reason. — "It's unethical to manufacture evidence to support your claim."

in manufacture (prepositional phrase)

Relating to the process or industry of making goods. — "The country has a strong tradition in heavy manufacture."

Synonyms of manufacture

Words with a similar meaning to manufacture:

• make
• produce
• create
• fabricate
• assemble

Antonyms of manufacture

Words with the opposite meaning to manufacture:

• destroy
• dismantle

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