Meaning of the word multiplies in English

What does multiplies mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

multiplies

US /ˈmʌl.tə.plaɪz/
UK /ˈmʌl.tɪ.plaɪz/

Verb

1.

to increase in number or amount, or to make something increase in number or amount

Example:
The bacteria multiplies rapidly in warm conditions.
His problems seem to multiply with each passing day.
2.

to perform the mathematical operation of multiplication

Example:
When you multiply two by three, you get six.
The teacher asked the students to multiply the numbers.