noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
multiplication; multiplying together
Mathematical or technical use meaning multiplication, especially the combining of quantities by multiplying them. Common in terms such as 相乗平均.
数学で「相乗」は、複数の数を掛け合わせることをいう。
In mathematics, 相乗 means multiplying several numbers together.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
synergy; synergism; mutually reinforcing effect
Used when two or more factors work together so that their combined effect becomes stronger; especially common in 相乗効果 and 相乗作用.
宣伝と口コミが相乗して、売上が一気に伸びた。
Advertising and word of mouth worked together, and sales rose sharply.
二つの薬の相乗作用に注意が必要だ。
Care is needed because of the synergistic action of the two drugs.