Manufactory (Noun)
Meaning
A plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The textile manufactory employed hundreds of workers to sew and weave fabrics for clothing and upholstery.
- A significant investment was made to upgrade the equipment at the local steel manufactory, increasing production capacity by 30%.
- In the 18th century, many manuafactory owners invested in steam-powered machinery, revolutionizing manufacturing processes across various industries.
- Visitors to the historic town could take a guided tour of the old mill manufactory, restored to its original 19th-century condition.
- Construction on the new electronics manufactory in the business park was expected to be completed within the next 12 months.