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gain
The amount of increase that an amplifier provides on the output side of the circuit.
gain
Electronics the ratio of the output signal of an amplifier to the input signal, usually measured in decibels

gain [gān]
(electronics)
The increase in signal power that is produced by an amplifier; usually given as the ratio of output to input voltage, current, or power, expressed in decibels. Also known as transmission gain.
(electromagnetism)
(engineering)
A cavity in a piece of wood prepared by notching or mortising so that a hinge or other hardware or another piece of wood can be placed on the cavity.

Gain

An increase in signal power or voltage produced by an amplifier in transmitting a signal from one point to another. The amount of gain is usually expressed in decibels above a reference level. See Amplifier

Antenna gain is a measure of the effectiveness of a directional antenna as compared to a nondirectional antenna. See Antenna (electromagnetism)


gain
gain joint
In carpentry, a groove or notch in one piece into which another piece is fitted.


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Providing Business Opportunity One secondary gain of the proliferation of wine having kits is that houses can Today afford their individualized business concerns, which offer home-made wines as their main production.
Dekel acknowledged that the studies were limited by their small size, the use of telephone interviews, and the potential for car accident victims to be seeking secondary gains through insurance compensation.
Ms Beresford said: "Some people might be walking to work once a week to save money on a bus or tube fare, the secondary gain is that people are starting to feel a little bit more in control of their diet and their exercise regime.
 
 
 
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