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brewer

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹuɝ// UK //bɹˈuːɐ// brew·er

n. a person or company that makes beer. You usually see this word on beer bottles or in stories about how drinks are made.

n. a person or entity that produces beer or other malt liquors. Often refers to the commercial manufacturer rather than the individual artisan.


SIMPLE

The local brewer makes a very popular dark beer.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of working for a large corporation, the master brewer decided to open his own small shop.

COMPLEX

The regional brewer expanded its operations by investing in sustainable technology, allowing them to produce larger batches while significantly reducing their water consumption and carbon footprint.

Usage

Commonly used as a job title or to refer to a corporate brand.

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