multiplier

noun

mul·​ti·​pli·​er ˈməl-tə-ˌplī(-ə)r 

: one that multiplies: such as

a

: a number by which another number is multiplied

b

: an instrument or device for multiplying or intensifying some effect

c

: a machine, mechanism, or circuit that multiplies numbers

Examples of multiplier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In both fusion and fission, this small mass difference translates into vast energy releases due to the speed of light (the 'c' in the equation) squared being a massive multiplier. —Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024

The Power Play multiplier does not apply to prizes won in the Double Play drawing. —Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 16 Dec. 2024

With the rise of social media and AI, public speaking is no longer an optional skill, but a multiplier for business growth. —Lien De Pau, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024

This appears to be a common pattern on X, the CCDH suggested, and Musk is seemingly a multiplier. —Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 31 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing multiplier

• electron multiplier

Kids Definition

multiplier

noun

mul·​ti·​pli·​er ˈməl-tə-ˌplī(-ə)r 

1

: one that multiplies

2

: a number by which another number is multiplied