Booster

/ˈboʊstər/Loanword from EnglishBooster
booster

Der Impfstoff- Booster schützt vor schweren Krankheitsverläufen.

The vaccine booster protects against severe disease progression.


Medicine
formal

A booster is something that increases or enhances the effect of something else, often used in the context of medicine, technology, or sports.

Der COVID-19-Booster ist wichtig für den Schutz vor schweren Krankheitsverläufen.

The COVID-19 booster is important for protection against severe disease progression.

In medicine, a booster is often used to describe an additional dose of a vaccine or medication that is given to enhance the immune response.

Technology
technical

In technology, a booster can refer to a device or software that improves performance or amplifies a signal.

Der Signal-Booster verbessert die Internetverbindung in ländlichen Gebieten.

The signal booster improves internet connectivity in rural areas.

Collocations

Impfstoff-Boostervaccine boosterSignal-Boostersignal booster

Related Phrases

Word Origin

The word 'Booster' originates from the English language and is commonly used in various fields, including medicine and technology.

Usage Notes

The term 'Booster' is often used in German to describe something that enhances or increases the effect of something else.

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