Manufacturing Terminology

noun a group of people gathered together for a common purpose

verb to gather together in one place for a common purpose

• The team will need to assemble all the necessary documents before the meeting.
• Let's all assemble at the park for a picnic this weekend.
• We're going to assemble a killer playlist for the party tonight.
• It took years to assemble the pieces of the puzzle and finally solve the mystery.

verb to gather or bring together in one place for a common purpose

• The team assembled all the necessary documents for the presentation.
• We all assembled at the park for a picnic.
• The crew assembled at the spot before heading out for the mission.
• The clues slowly assembled in his mind, forming a clear picture of what had happened.

noun a series of workers and machines in a factory by which a succession of identical items is progressively assembled

• The assembly line at the car manufacturing plant increased production efficiency.
• I heard they're hiring more workers for the assembly line at the factory.
• I'm on the assembly line today, so I'll be busy putting things together.
• Life sometimes feels like an assembly line, with tasks coming at you one after the other.

noun the act of breaking something or the state of being broken

• The insurance policy covers accidental breakage of the valuable antiques.
• I accidentally caused some breakage while moving the furniture.
• I can't believe the amount of breakage we caused during the party last night.
• The breakage of trust between them was irreparable.

noun a secondary or incidental product or result

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The company was able to create a new revenue stream by selling the by product of their main manufacturing process.
• We can make some extra cash by selling the by product of our project.
• Let's flip that by product and make some quick money.
• Sometimes our mistakes can be seen as a by product of taking risks.

adjective having a fault or flaw; imperfect

• The manufacturer issued a recall for the defective products.
• I can't believe this phone is defective already.
• This shirt is so defective, I want my money back.
• Her trust in him was shattered when she discovered his defective character.

noun a small platform on wheels used for moving heavy objects

• The film crew used a dolly to capture smooth tracking shots.
• Hey, can you help me move this heavy dolly over there?
• Check out that dolly, she's got some serious style.
• She's always the dolly of the group, everyone looks up to her.

verb to force out, as through a small opening or passage

• The machine is designed to extrude plastic into specific shapes.
• I watched as the 3D printer extruded the material layer by layer.
• I can't believe how easily he extruded out of that situation.
• Her creativity seemed to extrude from every pore of her being.

noun the act of forcing a material through a shaped opening or die

• The extrusion process involves forcing material through a die to create a specific shape.
• They use extrusion to make those plastic tubes.
• I heard they're extruding some new product at the factory.
• His words seemed to be an extrusion of his true feelings.

verb past tense of fabricate, meaning to invent or concoct something in a deceptive manner

adjective created or made up in order to deceive or mislead

• The evidence presented in court was proven to be fabricated by the defense team.
• I can't believe she fabricated the whole story just to get out of trouble.
• He's always fabricating excuses to skip work.
• The artist's imagination fabricated a world of wonder in her paintings.

noun A building or group of buildings where goods are manufactured or assembled by machines.

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• The factory produced over 1,000 units of the product in a single day.
• I heard the factory down the street is hiring new workers.
• Let's sneak into the abandoned factory and explore it.
• Her mind was like a factory, constantly churning out new ideas.

adjective describing something that is resistant to catching on fire or being damaged by fire

• The building was constructed using fireproof materials to ensure maximum safety.
• I bought a fireproof safe to protect my important documents.
• My new phone case is totally fireproof - it can withstand anything!
• Her confidence was like a fireproof shield, protecting her from any doubts or criticisms.

noun a deliberate reduction in speed or pace

verb to move or act at a slower pace than usual

• It is advisable to go slow when learning a new language to ensure proper understanding of the grammar rules.
• Let's go slow with this project so we don't miss any important details.
• I told him to go slow with his spending, but he just doesn't listen.
• After the accident, she decided to go slow in relationships to avoid getting hurt again.

noun a small metal or plastic ring used to reinforce an eyelet or fasten cords

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• The grommet is a small metal or plastic ring used to reinforce a hole in fabric or leather.
• I need to buy some grommets to fix the holes in my shoes.
• Hey, can you pass me that grommet thingy over there?
• She was the grommet that held the team together during the tough times.

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adjective relating to or characterized by industry; suitable for factories or manufacturing

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• The industrial sector plays a crucial role in the country's economy.
• My dad works in the industrial part of town.
• That new car is totally industrial, dude.
• Her mind was like a well-oiled industrial machine, processing information quickly and efficiently.

noun a feeling of disappointment or disillusionment

verb to disappoint or fail to meet expectations

• The company's failure to deliver the project on time was a major let down for the client.
• I was really let down when my friend didn't show up to the party.
• I can't believe you let me down like that, bro.
• Her expectations were so high that any slight mistake would be considered a let down.

noun the action or process of producing goods from raw materials

verb to make or produce (something) on a large scale using machinery

• The company specializes in the manufacture of high-quality electronic components.
• They're really good at making stuff.
• They're cranking out those widgets like nobody's business.
• She manufactured an excuse to leave the party early.

verb to shape or form a substance into a particular shape or form

• The artist molded the clay into a beautiful sculpture.
• She molded the cookie dough into perfect circles before baking.
• He molded his hair into a cool new style.
• The experience molded her into a stronger person.

noun a person or thing that moulds or shapes something

verb to crumble or decay gradually; to cause to crumble or decay

• The moulder carefully crafted the intricate design on the clay vase.
• I saw the moulder working on a new sculpture in the art studio.
• Hey, check out that moulder over there, he's really talented!
• Time seemed to moulder away as she lost herself in the pages of her favorite book.

noun a system of machines and workers in a factory that a product moves along while it is being built or produced

• The production line at the factory was operating at maximum efficiency.
• The production line is churning out products like there's no tomorrow.
• The production line is on fire today, everything is running smoothly.
• Life is like a production line, we just have to keep moving forward.

noun the process of creating or presenting a work of art, literature, or music for public view or consumption

• The company invested in new technology to increase production efficiency.
• We need to step up our production game if we want to meet the deadline.
• Let's crank up the production and get this project finished.
• Her production of ideas never seems to run out, she's always full of creativity.

noun A change or transfer from one place, position, or direction to another

verb To move or transfer from one place, position, or direction to another

• The company implemented a new policy to shift focus towards sustainability.
• I'm going to shift my schedule around so I can make it to the party.
• Let's shift gears and try something new for a change.
• His perspective on the situation began to shift as he learned more about it.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The official document was stamped with the government seal.
• I stamped my foot in frustration when I found out the news.
• She stamped out of the room in a huff.
• His unique style of music is stamped with his signature sound.

noun a mark or impression made by pressing or striking

verb to impress or mark with a stamp

• The machine was used for precision stamping of metal parts.
• I love stamping my passport with all the different countries I've visited.
• She's really good at stamping out rumors before they spread.
• His words had a stamping effect on her emotions, leaving her feeling shaken.

noun a process of making or shaping tools or metal objects

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• The tooling used in the manufacturing process is essential for achieving precise results.
• Make sure you have the right tooling before you start working on the project.
• I borrowed some tooling from my neighbor to fix my bike.
• His knowledge of computer programming is his tooling for success in the tech industry.

noun MRP stands for Maximum Retail Price, which is the highest price that can be charged for a product or service as per government regulations.

• The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MRP) for the new product is $99.
• The MRP for that item is $50, but I bet we can find it cheaper online.
• I found this cool gadget for half the MRP price!
• The MRP of success is hard work and determination.

noun a person or company that bottles beverages or other products

• The bottler is responsible for ensuring all bottles are properly sealed and labeled before distribution.
• Hey, pass me the bottler so I can start filling these bottles up.
• I heard he's a real bottler when it comes to getting things done quickly.
• She's a bottler when it comes to handling difficult situations with ease.

noun a term used in manufacturing that refers to the average time between the start of production of one unit and the start of production of the next unit

• The takt time for this production line is set at 60 seconds per unit.
• We need to keep up with the takt time to meet our daily production goals.
• Let's hustle and beat the takt time on this project!
• In life, it's important to find your own takt time and pace yourself accordingly.

noun a small lump or chunk, especially of a soft or sticky substance

• The nurdle was a small, pellet-like piece of plastic found on the beach.
• I accidentally stepped on a nurdle while walking along the shore.
• Hey, watch out for those nurdles on the sand, they're easy to trip over.
• She felt like a nurdle in a sea of pebbles, small and insignificant.

adjective not causing damage or wear by friction; gentle or mild in effect

• The nonabrasive cleaning solution is safe to use on delicate surfaces.
• I prefer using nonabrasive scrubbing pads for cleaning my dishes.
• This nonabrasive toothpaste is gentle on your teeth.
• His nonabrasive approach to criticism made it easier for me to accept feedback.

noun a piece of leather, especially one used for making shoes or a bag

verb to avoid work or school by staying away or leaving early

• The employee was caught trying to skive off work by taking extended breaks.
• Let's skive off school and go to the beach instead.
• I can't believe he's trying to skive on us again.
• Don't skive on your responsibilities, they are important.

noun Work in Progress - a project that is not yet completed

• The project is still a work in progress (WIP) and we are working diligently to meet the deadline.
• I haven't finished that report yet, it's still a WIP.
• I'm still tweaking my website, it's a total WIP right now.
• Life is a constant WIP, always evolving and changing.