What does prefabricated mean?
Prefabricated means manufactured in advance, usually to a standard format, and then assembled on site.
Prefabricated
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
manufactured in advance, usually to a standard format, and then assembled on site.
Definitions by Sense
- manufactured in advance, usually to a standard format, and then assembled on site
- invented or constructed in advance
- simple past and past participle of prefabricate
Example Sentences
A prefabricated home
They both told the police a prefabricated version of events.
Some computer fonts include a prefabricated ellipsis.
Synonyms for prefabricated
Antonyms for prefabricated
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for prefabricated?
Common synonyms include prefab, ready-made.
What is the opposite of prefabricated?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use prefabricated in a sentence?
A prefabricated home
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