1. a unit for measuring electric current
Usage: short for ampere
2. an electronic device that makes sounds louder
Usage: short for amplifier

1. to make something more exciting or intense
Usage: informal

Examples

• The circuit can handle up to 15 amps.
• He plugged his guitar into the amp.
• The band’s new amp produces crystal-clear sound.
• She turned up the amp to maximum volume.
• The coach tried to amp up the team before the game.
• The crowd was amped for the concert.
• We need to amp our marketing efforts this quarter.