Examples of “amp” in a Sentence

noun Short for amplifier: a device that increases the volume or strength of an electronic signal.

• He plugged his guitar into a new amp before the show.
• The amp crackled loudly until we replaced the old lead.
• If you turn the amp up any higher, the neighbors will complain.

verb To increase the intensity, energy, or excitement of something.

• The crowd was amped up before kickoff.
• A strong cup of coffee can amp you up before a long meeting.
• The DJ amped the energy in the room with one last song.