der Fremdhersteller
Translation
third-party manufacturer, external manufacturer, original equipment manufacturer (OEM)
Examples
Wir arbeiten mit Fremdherstellern zusammen.
We collaborate with third-party manufacturers.
Grammar Patterns
((with sb.)) to work with sb. Wir arbeiten mit Fremdherstellern zusammen.
Similar Words
der Drittanbieter (third-party provider), der Zulieferer (supplier)
Etymology
Composed of 'fremd' (foreign, external) + 'Hersteller' (manufacturer). Literally an 'external manufacturer'.
Memory Tips
Think of a manufacturer that is 'foreign' or 'external' ('fremd') to your own company.