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steelmaker

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈstiːlˌmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈstilˌmeɪkər/

noun
Definition

A person or company that makes steel.


Example

The steelmaker announced plans to expand its production facilities.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the new steelmaker opening downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that they will create a lot of jobs in the area.
Sloth A
That's great! We really need more opportunities around here.
Sloth B
Absolutely, and it's exciting to see new businesses coming in.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
manufacturer
producer
fabricator
Antonyms
consumer
user
buyer
Root Explanation

Steelmaker → It is formed from "steel" (from Old English *stæle*, meaning a hard, strong metal) and "maker" (from Old English *macian*, meaning to make or create). A steelmaker is someone who makes or produces steel.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'creates' ('maker') a strong 'metal' ('steel') — that's what a steelmaker does.

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