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Synonyms & Similar Words
augmentation
increase
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multiplication
doubling
tripling
quadrupling
replication
reproduction
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Meaning of Multiplication
The primary meaning of the word "Multiplication" is the act of increasing or adding something by a certain amount, often referring to mathematical operations.
Definitions
- The act of multiplying or increasing something
- * A mathematical operation of repeating a number a specified number of times
- * The process of producing or reproducing something, such as cells or organisms
Etymology of Multiplication
The word "Multiplication" originates from the Latin words "multi" meaning "many" and "plicare" meaning "to fold"
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including mathematics, biology, and sociology, to describe the process of increasing or reproducing something
Example Uses
- The teacher explained the concept of multiplication to the class
- * The company's multiplication of its product line led to increased sales
- * The multiplication of cells is a crucial process in the development of living organisms
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
division
reduction
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alleviation