maker — a person or thing that makes or produces something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person or thing that makes or produces something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmeɪkər/
Example Sentences
- My dad thinks he's a great sandwich maker, but his creations look like abstract art.
- The cake maker forgot to add sugar, so everyone smiled politely while eating salty cake.
- Samsung is one of the largest smartphone makers in the world.
maker
NOUN[/ˈmeɪkər/]
a person or thing that makes or produces something
People who make things
The maker, the shaker, and the baker!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'macian' (to make), which evolved into the modern verb 'make'. The agent suffix '-er' was added to denote one who performs the action, creating 'maker'. This term has been used since the Middle Ages to refer to craftspeople and artisans.
Breakdown
make (to create or construct) + -er (agent suffix denoting one who performs an action)
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📝Examples
“My dad thinks he's a great sandwich maker, but his creations look like abstract art.”
“The cake maker forgot to add sugar, so everyone smiled politely while eating salty cake.”
“Samsung is one of the largest smartphone makers in the world.”
“She became a policy maker after years of working in government.”
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