manufacture

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˌmænjuˈfækt͡ʃɚ/]

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1. manufacture (noun) — sense 1

Definition: The action or process of making goods systematically or on a large scale.

Example: After years of exporting the gum base to be used as an ingredient in the manufacture of regular chewing gum, the cooperative recently decided to start making its own gum using only chicle gum base and natural flavorings and sweeteners, Chicza said.

2. manufacture (noun) — sense 2

Definition: Anything made, formed or produced; product.

Example: The roads [are] crowded with carriers, laden with rich manufactures.

3. manufacture (noun) — sense 3

Definition: The process of such production; generation, creation.

Example: Our lawgivers take special pride in the ever active manufacture of new bills and laws.

4. manufacture (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To make things, usually on a large scale, with tools and either physical labor or machinery.

Example: Scientists are learning how to manufacture sperm and egg cells from other types of cell; others are developing "alternative" wombs

5. manufacture (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To work (raw or partly wrought materials) into suitable forms for use.

Example: to manufacture wool into blankets

6. manufacture (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To fabricate; to create false evidence to support a point.

Example: The collegian keeps manufacturing new excuses for their tardiness.

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