enhancer
noun
en·hanc·er
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Definition of enhancer
1
: one that enhances
2
: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by preferentially increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule
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The demand for uppers extends internationally, and to more potent pharmaceutical enhancers like amphetamines and antinarcoleptics. — Richard Cooke, The New Republic, "The conservative commentariatâs love affair with nootropics," 3 Sep. 2019 Unique souvenirs from Galaxyâs Edge can also serve as good selfie enhancers. — Patrick Connolly, orlandosentinel.com, "Star Wars: Galaxyâs Edge has plenty of selfie opportunities," 29 Aug. 2019 Dyson doesn't just deal in space-conscious and stylish vacuums, the elevated home brand also dabbles in hi-tech hair care and air enhancers, too. — Elizabeth Buxton, refinery29.com, "This 55%-Off Dyson Sale Won't Last Long," 24 Aug. 2019 In the time since, Burton has been not only a diligent keeper of the McQueen flame but also an enhancer of it. — Vogue, "The Women Designers Who Changed The Way We Dress," 14 Aug. 2019 Mark McGwire broke Roger Marisâ single-season homerun record while admittedly using performance enhancers. — Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, "Doc's Morning Line: 12 years later, how do we feel about Barry Bonds' home run legacy?," 7 Aug. 2019 The reasons are a mix of lax regulation, the use of caffeine as a sports performance enhancer among adults, and a bit of scientific uncertainty. — Sara Talpos, Quartz, "The dangers of energy drinks can be fatalâespecially for teens," 10 July 2019 Carpal predicts an even broader impact of the enhancer-finding methods. — Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, "The little piece of DNA that makes girls boys," 14 June 2018 Positivi-tea, their mood and creativity enhancer, is the only tea that contains caffeine. — Steffi Victorioso, Los Angeles Magazine, "Local Women Are Hosting Fancy âHigh Teasâ With the Help of a Cannabis Brand," 29 May 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'enhancer.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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enhancer
noun
en·hanc·er
| \ in-Ëhan(t)-sÉr, en-
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Medical Definition of enhancer
: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule