What is the meaning of multiply?

verb

  • Combine by multiplication.
    • usage: "multiply 10 by 15"
  • Combine or increase by multiplication.
    • usage: "He managed to multiply his profits"
  • Have young (animals) or reproduce (organisms. )
    • usage: "pandas rarely breed in captivity"; "These bacteria reproduce"
  • Have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant.
    • usage: "The Bible tells people to procreate"

adverb

  • In several ways; in a multiple manner.
    • usage: "they were multiply checked for errors"
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