Definition of MULTIPLIER

multiplier

Plural: multipliers

Noun

  • the number by which a multiplicand is multiplied
  • A number by which another (the multiplicand) is to be multiplied.
  • An adjective indicating the number of times something is to be multiplied.
  • A ratio used to estimate total economic effect for a variety of economic activities.
  • Any of several devices used to enhance a signal
  • Any of several devices used to enhance a signal
  • a coil; when Johann Schweigger in 1820 invented the electric coil, increasing the electro-magnetic field from a single wire, this invention was called a multiplier.
  • A multiplier onion.

Examples

  • "English multipliers include "double" and "triple"."
  • "In the expression 5 × 7, the "5" is a multiplier."
  • "The score multiplier increases each time you complete a level of the video game."

Origin / Etymology

From multiply + -er.

Synonyms

multiplier factor

Scrabble Score: 14

multiplier is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
multiplier is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
multiplier is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 19

multiplier is a valid Words With Friends word