multiplier

noun

mul·​ti·​pli·​er ˈməl-tə-ˌplī(-ə)r How to pronounce multiplier (audio)
: 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

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of multiplier was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Multiplier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multiplier. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

multiplier

noun
mul·​ti·​pli·​er ˈməl-tə-ˌplī(-ə)r How to pronounce multiplier (audio)
1
: one that multiplies
2
: a number by which another number is multiplied

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