Multiplication

usgb/ˌmʌltɪplɪˈkeɪʃn/
noun

The process of increasing a number by adding it to itself a certain number of times.

The multiplication of 2 by 3 gives the result of 6.
Visual representation of "multiplication" - The process of increasing a number by adding it to itself a certain number of times.

Often appears as...

  • multiplication table
  • multiplication factor
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Mathematical Concept

Used mainly in mathematics to describe repeated addition of the same number.

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In 3x5, 'multiplication' gives us 15 by repeating addition of 3, five times.
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Not Just Numbers

Can refer to increasing things that can be counted, but not necessarily numbers.

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Multiplication of efforts can increase the success rate of a project.
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Used with 'Times'

Often paired with 'times' to indicate the number of repetitions in math.

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We learned that '4 times 4' means 'multiplication of 4 by itself'.
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