Strengthener: meaning, definitions and examples
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strengthener
[ ˈstrɛŋθənər ]
physical strength
A strengthener is a substance or device that enhances or increases strength, potency, or effectiveness. It can refer to anything from nutritional supplements designed to improve muscle strength to specific equipment used in physical training.
Synonyms
augmenter, booster, enhancer, support.
Examples of usage
- He takes protein powder as a strengthener for his workouts.
- The gym offers various strengtheners to help athletes perform better.
- Using resistance bands acts as a strengthener for muscles during exercise.
Translations
Translations of the word "strengthener" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fortalecedor
🇮🇳 मजबूती देने वाला
🇩🇪 Stärkungsmittel
🇮🇩 penguat
🇺🇦 зміцнювач
🇵🇱 wzmacniacz
🇯🇵 強化剤
🇫🇷 renforçateur
🇪🇸 fortalecedor
🇹🇷 güçlendirici
🇰🇷 강화제
🇸🇦 مقوي
🇨🇿 zpevňovač
🇸🇰 posilňovač
🇨🇳 增强剂
🇸🇮 ojačevalec
🇮🇸 styrkjandi
🇰🇿 күшейткіш
🇬🇪 მტკიცე გამაძლიერებელი
🇦🇿 gücləndirici
🇲🇽 fortalecedor
Etymology
The term 'strengthener' derives from the root word 'strength', which comes from the Old English 'strengthū', meaning 'power, might, firmness'. The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing that does something, in this case, something that increases or enhances strength. The concept of strengthening goes back to early human history, where physical strength was crucial for survival and success in hunting and battling. Over centuries, as industrialization and modern fitness practices evolved, the application of strengtheners has expanded beyond mere physical attributes to encompass mental and emotional resilience. Today, 'strengtheners' can refer to a wide array of products or strategies aimed at boosting overall strength in various contexts, including fitness, health, and personal development.