doubler

Signal strength increaser

A doubler is something that doubles—a device, circuit, or component that multiplies a quantity by two.

In electronics, a voltage doubler increases voltage; a frequency doubler doubles signal frequency.

In manufacturing, a doubler is a reinforcing plate added to strengthen a structure: The aircraft's skin was reinforced with doublers around the door frame.

In gaming and gambling, a doubler doubles your winnings or score.

replication

duplicate

Exact replica of original

  • copyIdentical reproduction made
  • twinOne of matched pair
  • mirrorReflective viewing surface

clone · repeat · second · pair · match · backup · redundancy · twofold · doppelganger · stand-in

multiplication

multiplier

Number that scales another

exponential · compound · squared · growth · increase · scaling · percentage · rate · coefficient · calculation

amplification

boost

Upward push or increase

increase · magnify · enhance · escalate · heighten · augment · fortify · reinforce · gain · overdrive

gambling

bet

Risked stake on outcome

  • wagerStake on uncertainty
  • stakeSharpened post or share
  • parlayConvert gain into greater gain

odds · risk · payout · jackpot · martingale · all-in · raise · ante · bankroll · high-roller

Categories
Opposites
multiplicative effect

doublerhalver

One who divides equally

divider · reducer · diminisher · bisector · subtractor

Phrases
Family

double, doubled, doubling, doubles, doubly, redouble, doublet, redoubled, redoubling

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G