amplify

UK
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
US
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/

Translations

amplifyverb
amplified
Past Simple
amplified
Past Participle
amplifying
Gerund
UK
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
US
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
amplifierBiologie.
The lab used PCR to amplify the DNA sample.
Le laboratoire a utilisé la PCR pour amplifier l'échantillon d'ADN.
amplifierPar extension, pour développer davantage une idée ou un argument.
The professor asked the student to amplify his argument with more evidence.
Le professeur a demandé à l'étudiant d'amplifier son argument avec davantage de preuves.
amplifierAu sens figuré.
The scientist aimed to amplify the signal to ensure accurate readings.
Le scientifique a cherché à amplifier le signal pour garantir des mesures précises.
The band used speakers to amplify the music for the large audience.
Le groupe a utilisé des haut-parleurs pour amplifier la musique pour le grand public.

Definitions

amplifyverb
To increase the volume of sound, especially using an amplifier.
The band used speakers to amplify the music for the large audience.
To make something more intense or stronger.
The scientist aimed to amplify the signal to ensure accurate readings.
To expand or elaborate on a statement or idea.
The professor asked the student to amplify his argument with more evidence.
Biology: to make multiple copies of (a gene or DNA sequence).
The lab used PCR to amplify the DNA sample.