amplifier — An electronic device that increases the strength or volume of sound, electrical signals, or other input
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An electronic device that increases the strength or volume of sound, electrical signals, or other input
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪər/
Example Sentences
- The rock band's amplifier was so loud that even the neighbors three blocks away started headbanging.
- Please adjust the amplifier volume during the presentation.
- The karaoke amplifier broke down right when I was about to sing my favorite song perfectly.
amplifier
NOUN[/ˈæmplɪˌfaɪər/]
An electronic device that increases the strength or volume of sound, electrical signals, or other input
The tiny bird's weak chirp entered the amplifier and came out as a powerful sound that filled the entire city.
AMPL(large) + IFY(make) + ER(one that) — the amplifier made the small guitar sound large enough to fill the stadium.
The hiker used a powerful amplifier to make his warning roar loud enough to terrify the aggressive bear.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'amplificare', meaning 'to make large' or 'to enlarge'. The word entered modern English usage in the early 20th century with the development of electronic technology, initially describing devices that increase the strength of electrical signals.
Breakdown
ampli- (from Latin 'amplus', meaning large or wide) + -fy (from Latin 'facere', meaning to make or do) + -er (agent noun suffix, denoting a device or person that performs an action).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The rock band's amplifier was so loud that even the neighbors three blocks away started headbanging.”
“Please adjust the amplifier volume during the presentation.”
“The karaoke amplifier broke down right when I was about to sing my favorite song perfectly.”
“The conference room needs a better amplifier for clear communication.”
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