Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
garment-factory
noun
/ˈɡɑːrmənt ˈfæktəri/

Definition
A garment factory is a facility where clothing and apparel are manufactured, typically through a combination of machine operations and manual labor.

Examples
- The garment factory employs hundreds of workers to meet the demand for fast fashion.
- Many garment factories are located in developing countries where labor costs are lower.
- Safety standards in garment factories have come under scrutiny in recent years.

Meaning
Garment factories produce a wide range of clothing items, from shirts to trousers, employing various production techniques.

Synonyms
- clothing factory
- textile factory
- apparel manufacturing plant