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boost  audio  (bst) KEY 

VERB:
boost·ed, boost·ing, boosts
VERB:
tr.
  1. To raise or lift by pushing up from behind or below. See Synonyms at lift.
    1. To increase; raise: boost prices; efforts to boost participation in the program.
    2. To assist in further development or progress: a bill intended to boost local charities.
  3. To stir up enthusiasm for; promote vigorously: boosted their school with rallies and fund drives.
  4. Electricity To increase the voltage of (a circuit).
  5. Slang To steal or rob, especially by shoplifting or pickpocketing.
VERB:
intr.
Slang To engage in stealing, especially shoplifting or pickpocketing.
NOUN:
  1. A push upward or ahead.
  2. An encouraging act or comment.
  3. An increase: a big boost in salary.
ETYMOLOGY:
Perhaps from dialectal boostering, bustling, active


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