Manufacturing

Definition

The action, process, or industry of producing goods, typically in large quantities, using machinery or labor.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb (Present Participle of "Manufacture")

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃər.ɪŋ/
• Respelling: MAN-yuh-FAK-chur-ing (with "MAN" as in "man," "yuh" as in "yes," "FAK" as in "fact," "chur" as in "church," and "ing" as in "sing")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃər.ɪŋ/
• Respelling: MAN-yuh-FAK-chur-ing (with "MAN" as in "man," "yuh" as in "yes," "FAK" as in "fact," "chur" as in "church," and "ing" as in "sing")

In both dialects, "manufacturing" places the primary stress on the third syllable, "FAK." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "MAN-yuh-FAK-chur-ing."

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word "manufactura", combining "manu" (by hand) and "factura", from "facere" (to make). Over time, and with the growth of industrialization, the term shifted from handmade items to goods produced on a larger scale using machinery.

Derivatives

• Manufacturer
• Manufacturable
• Manufactured
• Manufactury
• Manufacture

Synonyms

• Production
• Fabrication
• Making

Antonyms

• Destruction
• Consumption
• Decommissioning

Usage

Manufacturing is a critical aspect of the economy, providing goods for consumer use, employment, and technological advancement. It includes various industries such as automotive, electronics, textiles, and food production.

• The manufacturing sector has seen significant growth this year.
• Manufacturing jobs have become more specialized with technological advancements.

Related Terms

• Factory
• Industrialization
• Mass production
• Assembly line
• Craftsmanship

Detailed Definition

Noun

• The activity or process of producing goods, usually in large numbers or amounts, often by using machinery.
• Example: There was a decline in the country's manufacturing output last year.

• The industry that involves producing goods.
• Example: She works in manufacturing, overseeing the production of household appliances.

Verb (Present Participle of "Manufacture")

• Engaging in the activity or process of producing goods.
• Example: The company is manufacturing a new line of eco-friendly products.