enhancer

American  

[en-han-ser, -hahn-] / ɛnˈhæn sər, -ˈhɑn- /

noun

1. a person or thing that enhances.

2. Genetics.  a gene or gene fragment that activates other genes.

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Etymology

Origin of enhancer

enhance + -er ¹

Example Sentences

They also argue that because the bill is geared toward stopping widespread doping conspiracies, and not necessarily individual cheaters, athletes won’t be singled out for criminal liability in the U.S. simply for taking performance enhancers.

From Washington Times

“For me it became a performance enhancer,” said Mr. Hess, who founded the Veterans Alliance for Holistic Alternatives, which provides veterans with information about treatments including cannabis and psychedelics.

From New York Times

Diners are encouraged to mix the enhancers — unite the elements of mousseline — then do as they please.

From Washington Post

There's a whole world of plant-based flavor enhancers.

From Salon

Marketing late-night meals as sleep enhancers is a way for the food industry to achieve one of its longtime objectives: To boost sales by creating a so-called fourth meal that follows dinner.

From Washington Post