boosterish

boost·er

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Definitions of boosterish word

adjective boosterish designed to boost business; optimistic 3
noun boosterish a person or thing that boosts, especially an energetic and enthusiastic supporter. 1
noun boosterish Electricity. a device connected in series with a current for increasing or decreasing the nominal circuit voltage. 1
noun boosterish Railroads. any machine, device, phenomenon, etc., that helps to move a train, as a tailwind, downgrade, roller bearings, or especially a helper locomotive. 1
noun boosterish Military. an explosive more powerful than a primer, for ensuring the detonation of the main charge of a shell. 1
noun boosterish Rocketry. a rocket engine used as the principal source of thrust in the takeoff of a rocket or missile. the first stage containing this engine and its fuel supply, which may or may not be detached from the rocket when the fuel has been consumed. 1

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1885-90; boost + -er1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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