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Production

/prəˈdʌk.ʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The action of making or manufacturing from components or raw materials.

    "The production of electric cars has increased significantly in recent years."
  2. 2

    The total amount of a product that is manufactured or created.

    "The factory's production reached an all-time high last quarter."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'production' originates from the Latin 'productio', meaning 'a leading forth'. It evolved through Middle French 'production' in the 14th century, reflecting the act of bringing something into existence, particularly in the context of manufacturing and creative arts.

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