multiplier

UK [ˈmʌɫ.tɪˌplaɪ.ə(ɹ)] US [ˈmʌɫ.tɪˌplaɪ.ɚ]
noun 5

Definitions

noun

1

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

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

The score multiplier increases each time you complete a level of the video game.

2

An adjective indicating the number of times something is to be multiplied.

English multipliers include "double" and "triple".

3

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

There is a second-round effect of crowding in higher private investment as public sector contractors tool up to meet the public contracts, and then a third – as all firms adjust to the higher level of demand by raising business investment levels – of more crowding in and so-called “multiplier effects”.

4

Any of several devices used to enhance a signal

5

Any of several devices used to enhance a signal

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