Definition of "amplifier" []

• One that amplifies, enlarges, or extends. (noun)
• Electronics A device, especially one using transistors or electron tubes, that produces amplification of an electrical signal. (noun)

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• "The nice thing about a vinyl record played through a radiogram with a tube (valve) amplifier is that it sounded warm as opposed to bright."
• "There was a sudden scratching sound and the hum of an amplifier from the speakers in the ceiling."
• "As I tweated, amplifier is an awesome name for an award to win!"