manufacturers

noun

plural of manufacturer
as in makers
a person or business that manufactures something (such as a product) The company is a leading manufacturer of farm equipment.

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Recent Examples of manufacturers At the heart of the Shein model is a vast network of contract manufacturers based in the southern province of Guangdong, in particular Guangzhou’s Panyu and Haizhu Districts — home to one of the world’s most dynamic manufacturing hubs. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Now, manufacturers are leaning heavily into advanced technology and artificial intelligence to up their game. — Andrea Hsu, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026 The findings could support a production base serving nearby smelters, cable manufacturers and new-energy industries, according to CCTV News. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026 There are also incentives for manufacturers to voluntarily test products. — Alison J. Stein, HubSpot, 1 Sep. 2026 Collaborations between manufacturers, distributors, software providers and service partners are increasingly necessary to deliver integrated outcomes. — Dirk Naylor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The website directs cash-paying consumers to drug manufacturers' websites or coupons that can be used at pharmacies. — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 Even as earnings among semiconductor manufacturers keep growing, there’s still an subtle fear among investors and analysts that things will eventually come back down to Earth. — Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 Mark McCann, director of product marketing specializing in dish care at B/S/H, one of the world’s leading home appliance manufacturers. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manufacturers
  1. makers
  2. suppliers
  3. producers
  4. distributors
  5. providers
Noun
  • Yarn crafters of all skill levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced makers, the release said.
    — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • One of those young people is Aditi Mohan, who grew interested in crochet during the COVID-19 pandemic and later formed a makers group at her school.
    — Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of makers
Noun
  • The company has moved to diversify suppliers (to reduce import duties), raise prices (to absorb tariffs), and sell its logistics network as a service to other brands (to increase revenues from other retailers feeling the pinch).
    — Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Deterrence requires stable and sustainable defense equipment production, so Japan needs to reduce risks of shortages caused by suppliers withdrawing, officials said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of suppliers
Noun
  • Oil producers are also investing in pipelines, like Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline.
    — Katie Silver, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The producers are pursuing an international festival launch ahead of the film’s Norwegian premiere in 2027.
    — Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of producers
Noun
  • Despite the cool reception from distributors, the pair haven’t given up, and still plan on shopping their movie to either a streamer or theatrical distributor.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
  • Netflix leads all distributors with 35 total nominations across film and television, while Neon secured an impressive 21 film nominations despite being a smaller distributor.
    — Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 11 Jan. 2026
Definition of distributors
Noun
  • The multi-week trial featured testimony from dozens of witnesses, including first responders, medical providers, mental health experts and several of Clancy’s friends and family members.
    — Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Collaborations between manufacturers, distributors, software providers and service partners are increasingly necessary to deliver integrated outcomes.
    — Dirk Naylor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of providers

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“Manufacturers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manufacturers. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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