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Manufacturing

/ˌmænjʊˈfækt͡ʃəɹɪŋ/ · noun

Meaning

The transformation of raw materials into finished products, usually on a large scale..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The transformation of raw materials into finished products, usually on a large scale.
  2. The industry in which such products are made.
  3. Used in manufacturing.
  4. present participle and gerund of manufacture

Example Sentences

More than a mere source of Promethean sustenance to thwart the cold and cook one's meat, wood was quite simply mankind's first industrial and manufacturing fuel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does manufacturing mean?

Manufacturing means The transformation of raw materials into finished products, usually on a large scale..

What is a synonym for manufacturing?

Common synonyms include manufacture, industry.

What is the opposite of manufacturing?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use manufacturing in a sentence?

More than a mere source of Promethean sustenance to thwart the cold and cook one's meat, wood was quite simply mankind's first industrial and manufacturing fuel.

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