Multiplier
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmʌltɪˌplaɪəɹ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Multiplier is a noun meaning (arithmetic) A number by which another (the multiplicand) is to be multiplied.
Meaning
(arithmetic) A number by which another (the multiplicand) is to be multiplied.
More Meanings
- (grammar) An adjective indicating the number of times something is to be multiplied.
- (economics) A ratio used to estimate total economic effect for a variety of economic activities.
- (physics) Any of several devices used to enhance a signal
- A multiplier onion.
Example Sentences
In the expression 5 × 7, the "5" is a multiplier.
English multipliers include "double" and "triple".
The score multiplier increases each time you complete a level of the video game.
Shallots are the most prolific of all the multipliers, and easier to grow than onions.
Word Forms
- multipliers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include multiplying, multiplicative, multiplication, multiply, multiple, doubling.
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