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Definition multiply in British English

multiply verb

verb
/ˈmʌltɪplaɪ/
1

to increase by a large amount

Example

Within the last 10 years, both sales and profits have multiplied.

Synonyms and related words
increase go up add to
1.1

to increase something by a large amount

Example

He has multiplied his fortune many times.

Synonyms and related words
increase go up add to
Example

Even a slight increase in temperature will cause bacteria to multiply very rapidly.

Synonyms and related words
asexual reproduction breed breeder
2

to add a number to itself a particular number of times

Example

If you multiply 3 by 3, you get 9.

Example

Multiply the two figures together and that will give you the area.

Synonyms and related words
calculate count estimate
Definition multiply in British English