Booster

/ˈboʊstər/
nounIntermediateLoanword from EnglishBooster
🏥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

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Related Phrases

einen Booster bekommenphrase
to get a booster

📖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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