multiply
verb · adverb
Simple meaning
To add a number to itself a certain number of times.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
muhltuhplySay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈmʌltəplaɪ
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
verb
transitivearithmeticwith by
To perform multiplication on (a number).
intransitivearithmetic
To perform multiplication.
Combine or increase by multiplication
“He managed to multiply his profits.”
transitive
To increase the amount, degree or number of (something).
intransitive
To grow in number.
intransitive
To breed or propagate.
adverb
In several ways; in a multiple manner
“They were multiply checked for errors.”
In many or multiple ways.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Combineverb
“He managed to multiply his profits.”
Several / multipleadverb
“They were multiply checked for errors.”
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- “He managed to multiply his profits.”verb
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The number by which a multiplicand is multiplied.
Compound terms
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The number by which a multiplicand is multiplied.
Type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning.
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The act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production.
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