Factory — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfak-t(ə-)rē/ fac·to·ry

Meaning & Definition of Factory

Factory (noun)

  1. a building or set of buildings with facilities for manufacturing —often used before another noun —often used figuratively
  2. a station where factors reside and trade

Factory (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a building or set of buildings for the manufacturing of goods

    "the new factory will create hundreds of much-needed jobs"

    similar: manufactory, mill, plant, shop, works, workshop
    related: sweatshop, atelier, studio, workplace, workroom, yard

Related Entry: Think factory (noun)

Think factory is a different word from Factory. The synonyms below are for think factory, not for factory.

  1. as in think tank

    similar: think tank, establishment, foundation, institute, body, collective, group, corporation, enterprise, charity, philanthropy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Factory

The most common words with a similar meaning to Factory:

manufactory, mill, plant, shop, works, workshop

Related Words for Factory

sweatshop, atelier, studio, workplace, workroom, yard

Word Forms of Factory

Inflections: factories

Derived words: factorylike (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Factory

fact(or):1 + -ory:1; in sense 2 after Portuguese feitoria; in sense 1 perhaps short for manufactory

First known use: 1582

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Factory

Words & Phrases Containing Factory

factory ship, factory farm, the factory floor, think factory

Frequently Asked Questions about Factory

What does "Factory" mean?

"Factory" means a building or set of buildings with facilities for manufacturing —often used before another noun —often used figuratively. As a noun, it is defined as: a building or set of buildings with facilities for manufacturing —often used before another noun —often used figuratively.

What is another word for "Factory"?

Other words for "Factory" include manufactory, mill, plant, shop, works and workshop. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Factory" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Factory"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Factory". Common alternatives include manufactory, mill, plant, shop, works and workshop.

How do you use "Factory" in a sentence?

Examples of "Factory" in a sentence: "the new factory will create hundreds of much-needed jobs".

Is "Factory" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Factory" is a noun.

Is "Factory" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Factory" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Factory"?

"Factory" is pronounced /ˈfak-t(ə-)rē/ and divided into syllables as fac·to·ry.

What is the origin of the word "Factory"?

"Factory" comes from fact(or):1 + -ory:1; in sense 2 after Portuguese feitoria; in sense 1 perhaps short for manufactory. First known use: 1582.