make noun - Definition, pronunciation, and examples from Oxford Learner’s Dictionaries

Definition

The term make (noun) refers to the name or type of a machine, device, or other piece of equipment that is manufactured by a particular company.

What make of car does he drive?

"Make" is commonly used to specify the brand or manufacturer of vehicles and electronic devices.
It helps distinguish between products of different companies that may serve the same purpose.

The noun make denotes the brand or manufacturer of a product, often used when identifying cars or machines by their producing company.

Oxford Learner's Dictionaries — 2025-11-29