fabrication
Fabrication (noun) means the process of manufacturing or constructing something. Example: “The workshop specialises in custom metal fabrication.”
How to use fabrication
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the act of manufacturing something, or a made-up lie.
Word forms
fabrications plural
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The workshop specialises in custom metal _____.
Etymology
From Latin fabricatio, the noun form of fabricare, "to build or construct."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for fabrication
Frequently asked questions
What does “fabrication” mean?
The word “fabrication” means the process of manufacturing or constructing something. In plain terms, either the act of manufacturing something, or a made-up lie.
How do you pronounce “fabrication”?
“Fabrication” is pronounced fab-rih-KAY-shuhn (/fæbɹɪˈkeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “fabrication” in a sentence?
Here is “fabrication” used in a sentence: “The workshop specialises in custom metal fabrication.”
What part of speech is “fabrication”?
“Fabrication” is a noun.
Where does the word “fabrication” come from?
The word “fabrication” comes from Latin. From Latin fabricatio, the noun form of fabricare, "to build or construct.".
Is “fabrication” a common word?
“Fabrication” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “fabrication” have?
“Fabrication” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of manufacturing or constructing something.