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The correct spelling is boosts.

How to pronounce boosts

noun

Say it like: Boo-sts

The correct spelling is boosts. A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb. For example: "The controversy gave a boost to the author's sales."

Usage Examples

The controversy gave a boost to the author's sales.

This campaign will boost your chances of winning the election.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb.
  2. 2.Something that helps, or adds power or effectiveness; assistance.
  3. 3.(automotive engineering) A positive intake manifold pressure in cars with turbochargers or superchargers.

verb

  1. 1.To lift or push from behind (one who is endeavoring to climb); to push up.
  2. 2.(by extension) To help or encourage (something) to increase or improve; to assist in overcoming obstacles.
  3. 3.To steal.
  4. 4.To jump-start a vehicle by using cables to connect the battery in a running vehicle to the battery in a vehicle that won't start.
  5. 5.To give a booster shot to.

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