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Meaning of multiplier

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

multiplier

Pronunciation:[ˈmʌɫ.tɪ.ˌplaɪ.ə(ɹ)][ˈmʌɫ.tɪ.ˌplaɪ.ɚ]

noun

Definitions

  1. A number by which another (the multiplicand) is to be multiplied.

    Example: In the expression 5 × 7, the "5" is a multiplier.

  2. (grammar) An adjective indicating the number of times something is to be multiplied.

    Example: English multipliers include "double" and "triple".

  3. A ratio used to estimate total economic effect for a variety of economic activities.

  4. Any of several devices used to enhance a signal