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multiply
[/ˈmʌltɪplaɪ/]
verb
multiplicar
1.
To increase in number or quantity; to make or become many or more
The bacteria multiply rapidly in warm conditions.
As bactérias se multiplicam rapidamente em condições quentes.
2.
To perform the mathematical operation of multiplication
If you multiply 6 by 4, you get 24.
Se você multiplicar 6 por 4, obtém 24.
3.
To reproduce or breed
Rabbits multiply very quickly.
Os coelhos se multiplicam muito rapidamente.
Synonyms
increase
proliferate
propagate
reproduce
expand
Antonyms
decrease
divide
reduce
diminish
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
multiplicar
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
multiplicar
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
multiplicar
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
multiply your efforts - aumentar seus esforços
multiply one's connections - ampliar suas conexões
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