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Definition of makernext
as in manufacturer
someone or something that makes something (such as a manufactured product) Auto makers will have to ensure that their vehicles meet the new emissions standards.

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ˈmā-kər How to pronounce Maker (audio)
as in Lord
the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe let us give thanks to our Maker for this meal

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Robot makers are pairing those systems with machines designed for warehouses, factories, hospitals and homes. — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The island is known for its wood carvers and tapa cloth makers, both of which can be found in the oceanfront market in the village of Omoa. — Scott Laird, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026
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Indian conglomerates Reliance and Adani Group have, likewise, reportedly been pursuing deals with Chinese companies , with Adani Group founder Gautam Adani visiting companies like battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology in June. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025 In Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of the classic horror novel, Elordi is a creature locked in a deadly feud with his maker, Victor Frankenstein (played by Oscar Isaac). — Brent Lang, Variety, 20 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for maker
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  1. manufacturer
  2. builder
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  • To support that, manufacturers continuously increase forward illumination distance and beam intensity.
    — Matthew MacConnell, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Memory manufacturers worldwide have been prioritizing AI clients over consumer electronics brands, leading to price hikes, supply shortages, or both across laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and other product categories that rely on these chips.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 3 Aug. 2026
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  • The org chart flattens because the coordination overhead that justified middle layers, translating between product, builders, and reviewers, is increasingly absorbed by AI tools.
    — Michael Wee, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Enter Janša, who many analysts call a master coalition builder.
    — Tyler Speicher, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
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