factory-made
Definition
- Adjective: Produced in quantity at a factory; manufactured by machines and standardized processes in an industrial setting, as opposed to being handmade or custom-made.
Usage
- The adjective "factory-made" is used to describe goods, products, or items that are mass-produced in a factory.
- It often carries a neutral descriptive meaning but can imply a contrast with "handmade," which may be seen as more unique or of higher craftsmanship.
- It typically precedes the noun it modifies.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "factory-made" as a contrast: Used to explicitly distinguish mass-produced items from artisanal or custom ones.
- The charm of the local market was in its handmade crafts, a stark contrast to the factory-made souvenirs in the airport shop.
Variants and Related Words
- Mass-produced (adj): Produced in large quantities, often by automated machinery. This is a close synonym.
- Machine-made (adj): Specifically emphasizes production by machines, which is inherent to being factory-made.
- Assembled (adj): Often used for products put together from parts in a factory.
Synonyms
- Manufactured
- Industrial
- Assembly-line (when used as a compound adjective, e.g., assembly-line products)
Antonyms
- Handmade
- Handcrafted
- Custom-made
- Artisanal
- Bespoke
Related Phrases/Idioms
- "Off the shelf": This phrase describes standard, factory-made products that are readily available for purchase, as opposed to custom-ordered items.
- We bought factory-made, off-the-shelf cabinets for the kitchen renovation.
Adjective
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produced in quantity at a factory
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