multiplication
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“To have a really good organization, everyone has to be united in what they want, and each person has to contribute. It’s kind of like multiplication rather than addition.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026
Nominally about multiplication, the test was actually about how well you functioned under pressure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
Try jotting down three fractions separated by multiplication signs: earnings/sales x sales/assets x assets/equity.
From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025
This process is similar to a matrix-vector multiplication, where light waves interact to create focused "bright spots" at specific output points.
From Science Daily • Oct. 28, 2025
“You are a regular scholar, Beulah. In two or three years you’ll be learning your multiplication tables.”
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
Vocabulary lists containing multiplication
Arithmetic
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Number System
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Number System
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
