Amp
noun
Short for 'amplifier', a device that increases the power of a signal such as sound or electricity.
He turned up the amp to make the music louder.
Often appears as...
- guitar amp
- bass amp
verb
To increase or raise something, especially in intensity.
They are really amping up the marketing for their new product.
Often appears as...
- amp up the volume
- amp up the pressure
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
noun
A unit of electric current, short for 'ampere'.
This device uses 2 amps of current.
Often appears as...
- milliamp
- microamp
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Technical
noun
Short for 'amputee', a person who has had a limb removed by amputation.
He is a double amp, having lost both legs in the accident.
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
noun
Short for 'amphetamine', a type of illegal drug that stimulates the nervous system.
He was arrested for possession of amps.
Usage tips
Slang, Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
Short for 'amplifier', a device that increases the power of a signal such as sound or electricity.
He turned up the amp to make the music louder.
Often appears as...
- guitar amp
- bass amp
verb
To increase or raise something, especially in intensity.
They are really amping up the marketing for their new product.
Often appears as...
- amp up the volume
- amp up the pressure
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
noun
A unit of electric current, short for 'ampere'.
This device uses 2 amps of current.
Often appears as...
- milliamp
- microamp
Usage tips
Technical
noun
Short for 'amputee', a person who has had a limb removed by amputation.
He is a double amp, having lost both legs in the accident.
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
noun
Short for 'amphetamine', a type of illegal drug that stimulates the nervous system.
He was arrested for possession of amps.
Usage tips
Slang, Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/2Music Equipment
Often used to discuss equipment for guitars and other instruments.
She bought a new amp for her electric guitar.
Pro Tip 2/2Sound Intensity
Refers to modifying the volume or quality of sound.
Can you adjust the amp to improve the bass sound?
Pro Tip 1/2Music Equipment
Often used to discuss equipment for guitars and other instruments.
She bought a new amp for her electric guitar.
Pro Tip 2/2Sound Intensity
Refers to modifying the volume or quality of sound.
Can you adjust the amp to improve the bass sound?
Pro Tip 1/2Music Equipment
Often used to discuss equipment for guitars and other instruments.
She bought a new amp for her electric guitar.
Pro Tip 2/2Sound Intensity
Refers to modifying the volume or quality of sound.
Can you adjust the amp to improve the bass sound?
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Brian Cox: What went...
and saw the front page was like that. It means we made cultural impact as well as scientific impact. About a week later we had a problem with the machine, related actually to these bits of wire here -- these gold wires. Those wires carry 13 thousand amps when the machine is working in full power.
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What would happen if you...
Athletes are often the victims of over-hydration because of complications in regulating water levels in extreme physical conditions. Whereas the dehydrated brain amps up the production of antidiuretic hormone, the over-hydrated brain slows, or even stops, releasing it into the blood.
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Kodiak Catch PIPE Alaska...
how you doing hey I'm trooper Branch with the state troopers reason I pulled you over is get your mufflers you're not working at all huh I actually just got this door I can show you the bill cell I just want kind of amp thing up do you have insurance on
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Dear Aunt Bonnie, I’m...
survived and now he's gonna solve this Asian guy attack oh and then there's all these artists there was this really great guy this he had shaky hands and then he realized that the shaky amp thing worked in his
Video examples
Brian Cox: What went...
and saw the front page was like that. It means we made cultural impact as well as scientific impact. About a week later we had a problem with the machine, related actually to these bits of wire here -- these gold wires. Those wires carry 13 thousand amps when the machine is working in full power.
Video examples
What would happen if you...
Athletes are often the victims of over-hydration because of complications in regulating water levels in extreme physical conditions. Whereas the dehydrated brain amps up the production of antidiuretic hormone, the over-hydrated brain slows, or even stops, releasing it into the blood.
Video examples
Kodiak Catch PIPE Alaska...
how you doing hey I'm trooper Branch with the state troopers reason I pulled you over is get your mufflers you're not working at all huh I actually just got this door I can show you the bill cell I just want kind of amp thing up do you have insurance on
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Dear Aunt Bonnie, I’m...
survived and now he's gonna solve this Asian guy attack oh and then there's all these artists there was this really great guy this he had shaky hands and then he realized that the shaky amp thing worked in his
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Quote examples
Johnny Ramone
American Musician
Some bands blow it before they even play. The most important moment of any show is when a band walks out with the red amp lights glowing, the flashlight that shows each performer the way to his spot on the stage. It's crucial not to blow it. It sets the tempo of the show; it affects everyone's perception of the band.
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Marcia Clark
American Lawyer
You amp things up and you speed things up, but technically, you can still be legally correct. This is the big beef I have with novels as well as television shows - it actually makes for a better show when you accommodate the truth.
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Eddie Van Halen
Dutch Musician
If you have a great-sounding guitar that's a quality instrument and a good amp, and you know how to make the guitar talk, that's the key. It starts with the guitar and knowing what it should sound and feel like.
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Ace Frehley
American Musician
I went to my friend's house one day, and he had an electric guitar he had just bought with a tiny little amp. I turned the volume up to 10 and I hit one chord, and I said, I'm in love.
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Kerry King
American Musician
In the crazy world of touring, if something gets stuck at customs, I can do a show with just my amp!
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Tommy Chong
Canadian Actor
If I don't get paid I'm going to take a whole lot of Marshall amps home with me on the plane.
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Dick Dale
American Musician
Surf music is played through a Showman amp with a Stratocaster guitar.
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Ryan Tannehill
American Athlete
It's the playoffs. Everything kind of amps up a little bit.
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Lily Aldridge
American Model
I amp up my workout by doing Ballet Beautiful twice a day.
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Johnny Rivers
American Musician
The first amp I had back in the '50s was a small Fender.
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Johnny Ramone
American Musician
Some bands blow it before they even play. The most important moment of any show is when a band walks out with the red amp lights glowing, the flashlight that shows each performer the way to his spot on the stage. It's crucial not to blow it. It sets the tempo of the show; it affects everyone's perception of the band.
Quote examples
Marcia Clark
American Lawyer
You amp things up and you speed things up, but technically, you can still be legally correct. This is the big beef I have with novels as well as television shows - it actually makes for a better show when you accommodate the truth.
Quote examples
Eddie Van Halen
Dutch Musician
If you have a great-sounding guitar that's a quality instrument and a good amp, and you know how to make the guitar talk, that's the key. It starts with the guitar and knowing what it should sound and feel like.
Quote examples
Ace Frehley
American Musician
I went to my friend's house one day, and he had an electric guitar he had just bought with a tiny little amp. I turned the volume up to 10 and I hit one chord, and I said, I'm in love.
Quote examples
Kerry King
American Musician
In the crazy world of touring, if something gets stuck at customs, I can do a show with just my amp!
Quote examples
Tommy Chong
Canadian Actor
If I don't get paid I'm going to take a whole lot of Marshall amps home with me on the plane.
Quote examples
Dick Dale
American Musician
Surf music is played through a Showman amp with a Stratocaster guitar.
Quote examples
Ryan Tannehill
American Athlete
It's the playoffs. Everything kind of amps up a little bit.
Quote examples
Lily Aldridge
American Model
I amp up my workout by doing Ballet Beautiful twice a day.
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Johnny Rivers
American Musician
The first amp I had back in the '50s was a small Fender.
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