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booster 1. Radio Television a. a radio-frequency amplifier connected between an aerial and a receiver to amplify weak incoming signals b. a radio-frequency amplifier that amplifies incoming signals, retransmitting them at higher power 2. another name for supercharger 3. short for booster dose booster [′büs·tər] (aerospace engineering) (electricity) A small generator inserted in series or parallel with a larger generator to maintain normal voltage output under heavy loads. (electronics) A separate radio-frequency amplifier connected between an antenna and a television receiver to amplify weak signals. A radio-frequency amplifier that amplifies and rebroadcasts a received television or communication radio carrier frequency for reception by the general public. (immunology) The dose of an immunizing agent given to stimulate the effects of a previous dose of the same agent. (mechanical engineering) A compressor that is used as the first stage in a cascade refrigerating system. (ordnance) An assembly of metal parts and explosive charge provided to augment the explosive component of a fuse, to cause detonation of the main explosive charge of the munition.
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A handful of booster sessions in reasoning or visual concentration, administered about 1 year and 3 years after the initial sessions, offered an even better defense against cognitive losses that interfere with daily activities, says a team led by psychologist Sherry L. If you run into Marc Cohen of Burbank in a parking lot somewhere in the San Fernando Valley and he notices your child's car or booster seat is improperly installed, prepare for a thorough safety lesson -- whether you want it or not. In response to this, a fire pump is provided for the fire protection system and a constant pressure booster system is used for domestic water purposes. |
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