multiplier

One that multiplies.

The number by which another number is multiplied. In 8 × 32, the multiplier is 8.

A device, such as a phototube, used to enhance or increase an effect.

One who or that which multiplies or increases in number.

An alchemist.

The number in the arithmetical process of multiplication by which another is multiplied. Also multiplicator.

A flat coil of conducting wire used as the coil of a galvanoscope. The tendency to deflection is proportional nearly to the number of coils.

An arithmometer for performing calculations in multiplication.

A multiplying-reel; an attachment to an anglers’ reel which gathers in the slack with multiplied speed at each revolution of the crank. See reel.

See the adjectives.