To be or to provide an advantage to
To increase in degree, amount, size, or value
“A healthy, nutrient-rich, balanced diet in the pre-conception period will boost your chances of having a healthy baby.”
To help or encourage someone or something
“Studies have shown that preserving the forest around plantations can boost crop yields.”
To push from below
“He would boost Ann over the wall to aid her in her escape from the sorority.”
To advertise or create publicity for
“Many fans accused the singer of using bots on social media to boost his album.”
(slang) To take (something) illegally
“Winnie was caught on camera trying to boost designer clothes from a Saks Fifth Avenue store.”
Plural for an increase or improvement
“The boost in our profits would come primarily from our service department.”
Plural for a source of help or encouragement
“It's certainly been a great boost for us to have had him here.”
Plural for a push from below
“He gave me a boost over the wall.”
Plural for something that arouses activity or energy in someone or something
“A tax cut may just be the boost that the economy needs.”
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