maker
gb/mˈeɪkɚ/ us/mˈeɪkɚ/
A2
English
~ 4300
Senses
0 senses
Noun
A2
entity
1
Person or company that creates
A person or business that makes or builds things.
Usage pattern:
[a/an/the] maker of [something]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'maker' with 'machine' (e.g., 'coffee machine') instead of using 'coffee maker' for the device or person.
Synonyms
producer (Often used for someone who oversees creation, especially in media or manufacturing.)
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manufacturer (More specifically refers to someone or a company making goods in large quantities.)
Antonyms
consumer (Refers to the person or group that uses or buys what is made, opposite of the one who makes it.)
Collocations
car maker
|decision maker
|film maker
|policy maker
|toy maker
Themes
business
|manufacturing
|daily life
|work
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- Tesla is a leading electric car maker.
- The decision makers in the company met yesterday.
- She is a talented jewelry maker.
- Local furniture makers are struggling with rising costs.
- The film maker won an award for best documentary.
Learner examples
- He is a bread maker.
- This is a toy maker.
- My father is a car maker.
- The city has many shoe makers.
Noun
A2
entity
2
Machine that produces something
A machine that makes something.
Usage pattern:
[a/an/the] [product] maker
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse the product and the device, saying 'coffee machine' when 'coffee maker' is more natural in some contexts.
Synonyms
machine (General term for a mechanical device; less specific to making.)
|
appliance (Usually refers to household machines for specific tasks.)
Antonyms
handmade (Refers to items made without machines.)
Collocations
coffee maker
|ice cream maker
|bread maker
Themes
technology
|home
|daily life
|work
Examples
- I bought a new coffee maker for the kitchen.
- This ice cream maker can make two flavors at once.
- The bread maker has several baking settings.
Learner examples
- We have a coffee maker at home.
- The bread maker is on the table.
- She uses an ice cream maker.
Noun
B2
entity
3
God as creator of the world
In religion, God who made the world and life.
Common mistake:
Learners may not realize this is capitalized and used mainly in religious or poetic contexts.
Synonyms
Creator (Capitalized when referring to God as the originator of all things.)
Collocations
our Maker
|return to your Maker
Themes
religion
Examples
- He prayed to his Maker for guidance.
- She believes we must answer to our Maker one day.
- The hymn praises the Maker of heaven and earth.
Learner examples
- They prayed to their Maker.
- The song talks about the Maker.
- We thank our Maker for life.
Grammar
Dictionary form
maker
IPA
GB/mˈeɪkɚ/
US/mˈeɪkɚ/
Syllables & stress
maker (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (maker)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: maker
- Plural: makers
Word family
Forms
makers
noun
Core family
make
verb A1
Related words
remake
verb
filmmaker
noun B1
Advanced or less common
policymaker
noun B2
Expressions
decision maker
1/dɪsˈɪʒən mˈeɪkɚ/
fixed phrase
Person with authority to decide
A person who has the power to make important choices.
Examples
- In this company, the CEO is the main decision maker.
- Parents are often the decision makers in their children's education.
matchmaker
1/mˈæt͡ʃmˌeɪkɚ/
fixed phrase
Person arranging romantic relationships
Someone who introduces people so they can start a romantic relationship.
Examples
- Her aunt loves playing matchmaker for her friends.
- The matchmaker introduced them at a dinner party.
money maker
1/mˈʌni mˈeɪkɚ/
fixed phrase
informal
Source of profit or income
Something that earns a lot of money.
Examples
- The new product turned out to be a big money maker for the company.
- Her blog became a steady money maker after a year.
peacemaker
1/pˈismˌeɪkɚ/
fixed phrase
Person resolving conflicts
Someone who helps people stop fighting and be friendly again.
Examples
- He acted as a peacemaker between the two teams.
- The teacher was a peacemaker during the heated discussion.