booster
|boost-er|
B2
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/ˈbuːstər/
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/ˈbuːstə/
enhancer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'booster' originates from the English word 'boost,' which meant 'to lift or raise.'
Historical Evolution
'boost' changed from the Middle English word 'bosten' and eventually became the modern English word 'boost.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lift or raise something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to increase or enhance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device or substance that increases the power or effectiveness of something.
The rocket booster helped the spacecraft reach orbit.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39