Manufacture

/ˌmænjʊˈfækʧər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of making goods or materials, especially on an industrial scale.

The manufacture of smartphones has shifted to overseas facilities.

Products that are made, especially on a large scale.

The manufacture of textiles is a significant industry in the region.

verb

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

The factory will manufacture thousands of cars each month.

To invent or fabricate, especially in a deceptive way.

He tried to manufacture an excuse for being late.

From Latin 'manufactura', meaning 'handmade', from 'manu' (by hand) and 'factura' (making).

manufactured goods

Products that are made in a factory.

manufacturing process

The series of steps taken to produce goods.

to manufacture consent

To shape public opinion to align with specific interests.

manufacturer

A person or company that makes goods for sale.

manufacturing

The process of making products, especially on a large scale.

To make something up or invent a story.

He totally manufactured that excuse to avoid the meeting.

To create something from scratch.

She can manufacture great ideas under pressure.