Definitions

1. verb

to increase or add quantities together to find a total or product

“She was multiplying her savings to afford the down payment on the house.”

2. verb

to produce or cause to be produced in large quantities

“The new factory was multiplying goods at an incredible rate.”

3. noun

the act of increasing or adding quantities together to find a total or product

“The process of multiplying large datasets is a complex task that requires expertise.”

4. noun

a factor or element that contributes to the increase or growth of something

“The economic growth was due to the multiplying effect of foreign investment.”