enhancer
noun
en·hanc·er in-ˈhan(t)-sər 
en-
1
: one that enhances
2
: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by preferentially increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web It can be used as a dip or drizzle for fresh and dried fruit, as a rim dip paste for micheladas (the Mexican version of a bloody Mary) and a flavor enhancer for gummy candies, suckers and other spicy sweets, all sold at the shop. 
Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2022 Adding a protein homeostasis enhancer to the cell could optimize protein yield and increase the effectiveness of the drug. Daniel N. Hebert, The Conversation, 1 Aug. 2022 Take advantage of the power of these young minds by offering them value, training and internships and developing a hands-on curriculum enhancer. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2021 Some people have reported headaches, sweating, face pressure or tightness and other symptoms after eating it, but researchers have found no clear proof of a link between the enhancer and these symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 12 July 2022 The chain is now planning to get rid of the flavor enhancer, which has garnered both fans and enemies, by the end of 2025. Fortune, 29 June 2022 Acting as a mind enhancer, the book is a dive into the deepest part of ourselves, where contradictions dissolve and polarities merge. Rica Cerbarano, Vogue, 22 June 2022 Because of the enhancer, a young man was quickly tainted by an allegation we all abhor. Roy S. Johnson | Rjohnson@al.com, al, 13 May 2022 Jeudy was charged with second-degree criminal tampering with a domestic-violence enhancer, but the Office of the District Attorney for the 18th Judicial District dropped the case on May 31. Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 15 June 2022 See More
Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2022 Adding a protein homeostasis enhancer to the cell could optimize protein yield and increase the effectiveness of the drug. Daniel N. Hebert, The Conversation, 1 Aug. 2022 Take advantage of the power of these young minds by offering them value, training and internships and developing a hands-on curriculum enhancer. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2021 Some people have reported headaches, sweating, face pressure or tightness and other symptoms after eating it, but researchers have found no clear proof of a link between the enhancer and these symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 12 July 2022 The chain is now planning to get rid of the flavor enhancer, which has garnered both fans and enemies, by the end of 2025. Fortune, 29 June 2022 Acting as a mind enhancer, the book is a dive into the deepest part of ourselves, where contradictions dissolve and polarities merge. Rica Cerbarano, Vogue, 22 June 2022 Because of the enhancer, a young man was quickly tainted by an allegation we all abhor. Roy S. Johnson | Rjohnson@al.com, al, 13 May 2022 Jeudy was charged with second-degree criminal tampering with a domestic-violence enhancer, but the Office of the District Attorney for the 18th Judicial District dropped the case on May 31. Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 15 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Medical Definition
enhancer
noun
en·hanc·er in-ˈhan(t)-sər, en-
: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule