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manufacturer

noun man·u·fac·tur·er \-ˈfak-chər-ər, -ˈfak-shrər\

: a company that makes a product

Full Definition of MANUFACTURER

:  one that manufactures; especially :  an employer of workers in manufacturing
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First Known Use of MANUFACTURER

circa 1687

Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite

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4 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. manufacturer
  2. manufacturer's agent
  3. manufacturer's joint
  4. original equipment manufacturer
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