amplification (n.)

  1. addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail; a few remarks added in amplification and defense; an elaboration of the sketch followed

    [ Syn: elaboration ]

  2. the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input

    [ Syn: gain ]

  3. (electronics) the act of increasing voltage or power or current

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