multiplier

noun

mul·ti·pli·er ˈməl-tə-ˌplī(-ə)r

: one that multiplies: such as

: a number by which another number is multiplied

: an instrument or device for multiplying or intensifying some effect

: a machine, mechanism, or circuit that multiplies numbers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Each of the model’s roughly 1 million parameters—the connections between the neurons—act like multipliers that adjust specific operations in these equations during its calculations. —

IEEE Spectrum, 24 Feb. 2023 An analysis tracking the extensive reach of COVID-19 loss of kin with a bereavement multiplier, published by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, estimated that 8.1 million family members may be grieving the loss of a loved one due to the virus. —

Arielle Mitropoulos, ABC News, 4 Feb. 2022 The document states that the corporate multiplier is calculated based on bookings, customer attrition, and non-GAAP operating income. —

Kylie Robison, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2023 Made with real ingredients, this electrolyte powder multiplier helps to reduce fatigue and optimize your energy while keeping you hydrated longer than regular water alone! —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Feb. 2023 There is no other legal online sports betting app in the Buckeye State that is offering a larger multiplier on their new user promo than bet365. —

cleveland, 25 Jan. 2023 This will increase professional and business growth and create an economic multiplier for the city. —

Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Dec. 2022 Strengthen 287g, to create a powerful force multiplier, across all law enforcement agencies. —

Dave Wallace, Baltimore Sun, 18 May 2022 The good news is that the film has earned $53.8 million in eight days, a decent 1.31x weekend-to-cume multiplier. —

Scott Mendelson, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2021 See More

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