amplifier

Definitions of amplifier
  1. noun
    electronic equipment that increases strength of signals passing through it
    synonyms: geluidsversterker, geluidversterker, versterker
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    techniek
    equipment that involves the controlled conduction of electrons (especially in a gas or vacuum or semiconductor)
  2. noun
    a modifier that has little meaning except to intensify the meaning it modifies
    synonyms: geluidsversterker, geluidversterker, versterker
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    type of:
    bepaling
    a content word that qualifies the meaning of a noun or verb
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