The change in the amplitude of an electrical signal from the original input to the amplified output.

A profit on a securities transaction recognized by selling a security for more than the security originally cost. The gain is the difference between the cost and the sale.

The amount of amplification accomplished by an amplifier circuit. For instance, a gain of 2 would mean the output is scaled to twice the amplitude of the input.

Gain refers to the relationship between the input signal and the output signal of any electronic system. Higher levels of gain amplify the signal, resulting in greater levels of brightness and contras [..]

The difference between what you receive for an asset when it is sold and what you paid for it. Used to determine the amount of capital gains tax due.

1520s, "obtain as profit," from Middle French gagner, from Old French gaaignier "to earn, gain; trade; capture, win," also "work in the fields, cultivate land," from Fran [..]

late 15c., "that which has been acquired" (possessions, resources, wealth), from Middle French gain, from Old French gaaigne "gain, profit, advantage; work, business; booty; arable land [..]

/ˈgeɪn/ verb gains; gained; gaining 1 gain /ˈgeɪn/ verb gains; gained; gaining Learner's definition of GAIN 1  [+ object] a  : to get (something wanted or valued) They stand to gain an advant [..]

An increase or amplification. There are two general uses of the term in radar meteorology: 1) antenna gain (or gain factor), which is the ratio of the power transmitted along the beam axis to that of [..]

In practical discussions of digital cameras and scanning devices, gain is described as a means of increasing the ISO of the device and apparent sensitivity to light. In more technical terms, gain in a [..]

The boosting of a video camera's sensitivity to light when light levels are low (at the cost of some increased electronic Noise); also, changing its color balance. The amount of gain is measured in Decibels. See: White Balance.

addition: a quantity that is added; "there was an addition to property taxes this year"; "they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of [..]

to earn or win; to add to what you already have

The ratio of output current, voltage, or power to input current, voltage, or power, respectively. Note 1: Gain is usually expressed in dB. Note 2: If the ratio is less than unity, the gain, expressed in dB, will be negative, in which case there is a loss between input and output.

The amount of amplification used in an electrical circuit. Ground: The electrical neutral line having the same potential as the surrounding earth; the negative side of a direct current power system; t [..]

(a) A recess or notch into which a door hinge fits flush with the surface. (b) Refers to the way heat is extracted from solar radiation.

A measure of how much a signal is amplified. Usually expressed in dB, positive gain increases the amplitude of a signal, while negative gain reduces it.

Definitions (2) 1. An increase in value, as of an asset. opposite of loss.

This is the name given to the amplification of a signal level. It can be expressed as a ratio of the output signal amplitude to the input signal amplitude. For example, Voltage gain:

In electronics and audio consumer electronics gain is a unit of measurement used to mean the ratio of a signal output of a system to the signal input of the system. Gain is a term most commonly associ [..]

Gain refers to the ratio of the output amplitude of a signal to the input amplitude of a signal. This ratio typically is expressed in dBs.

1 : an increase in value, capital, or amount compare loss capital gain : a gain realized on the sale or exchange of a capital asset (as a stock or real estate) ca·su·al·ty gain : ...

The ratio of input to output power. Gate - An electronic device or software function that allows output based upon one or more inputs. Gateway - A network device that translates information between di [..]

The ratio of the signal level at the output of an audio device to the signal level at its input. Expressed in decibels (db).

Excess of REVENUES received over costs relating to a specific transaction.

The volume of a voice, or a fader on the console.

The increase or decrease in the strength of an electronic signal.

1. The amplification characteristic of an electrical or mechanical device. 2. The amount of volume that may be achieved before acoustical feedback occurs.

The ratio of system output signal to system input signal.

The amount chargeable to capital gains tax (CGT) from gains made on the disposal of an asset. In.

An increase or amplification. There are two general usages of the term in radar meteorology: (a) antenna gain (or gain factor) is the ratio of the power transmitted along the beam axis to that of an i [..]

a measure of the strength of optical amplification

(n) a quantity that is added(n) the advantageous quality of being beneficial(n) the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input(n) the amount by [..]

A hearing aid's power, measured in the number of decibels that it can add to sound.

(a) A recess or notch into which a door hinge fits flush with the surface. (b) Refers to the way heat is extracted from solar radiation.

Gain is a multiplier between an input and an output. It is defined as the output divided by the input. Unity gain occurs when the output equals the input. A gain of 5 causes 1V input to result in 5V o [..]

n. ganancia (e.g., ganancias de capital)

The difference in the same students’ achievement levels between two testing years in the same test domain within a school.

 The amplification of a sound.

An increase in volume or amplitude, usually measured in dB.

Degree of signal amplification, achieved by an amp, tuner or pre-amp circuit. Expressed in decibels (dB)

The ratio of a system's output magnitude to its input magnitude.

a control which can be used to boost or cut volume levels. This is different to the fader as it has much more power and is normally set using headphones and warning lights before you play any sound th [..]

A measure of amplification expressed in dB.

indicates any increase or decrease in the strength of an electical signal, often a wireless RF radio frequency signal when considering external antenna equipment. Gain is typically measured in terms of decibels (dB) or a number of times of magnification.

Gain defines how many electrons are represented by each Analog to Digital Unit (ADU). A gain of 4 means that the A/D converter has digitized the signal so that each ADU corresponds to 4 electrons. DSL [..]

An increase in voltage or power, usually expressed in dB.

Gain is the amplification factor and the extent to which an analog amplifier boosts the strength of a signal. Amplification factors are usually expressed in terms of power. The decibel (dB) is the mos [..]

See system gain.

The increase or decrease in the strength of an electronic signal.

Gain is the amplification factor and the extent to which an analog amplifier boosts the strength of a signal.  Amplification factors are usually expressed in terms of power. The decibel (dB) is the mo [..]

The amount a signal increases while going through an amplifier. Most cameras have optional automatic gain (autogain or AGC). When possible, increased exposure or light levels should be used in lieu of [..]

A relationship between the input and output signals of any electronic system. High levels of gain amplify the signal causing more contrast and brightness. Lower levels of gain darken the image and soften contrast. Adjusting gain affects sensitivity to light in a digital camera.

Increase in Body Weight over existing weight.

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In electronics, gain is usually taken to meaning the ratio of the signal output of a system to the signal input of the system. A gain of 10 would imply that a property of the signal (usually voltage or power) had increased by a factor of 10. In digital cameras, system gain defines the relationship between the number of electrons acquired as an inpu [..]

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See Antenna gain.

The ratio of output voltage, current, or power to input voltage, current, or power in electronic instruments.

An increase in value, as of an asset. Opposite of loss.

An increase in the power or amplitude of a signal.

A profit, or pecuniary benefit as opposed to a loss.

(See genetic gain.)

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Comparison or ratio of the output signal and the input signal. In general, the higher the system gain, the higher the response.

The relationship of input to output. If the full range of the input is equal to the full range of the output, then the gain is 1. Gain is another way to describe the sensitivity of a device.

A measure of the increase in forward transmitter power of an antenna or telescope with respect to that of an isotropic radiator.  An antenna is said to have a "directivity" since it [..]

Gain is otherwise identified as SPAN. It relates to the proportional output to the sensor input. Calibration of the SGA

Increase in voltage, current and/or power. Gain is expressed as a ratio of amplifier output value to the corresponding amplifier input value.

travel arising from excessive displacement of the hips in initiation of somersault movements; e.g. travelling forwards in a back somersault. Carries same penalties from execution judge as "tr [..]

Gain or amplification is the ratio of the strength an output signal to that of an input signal.

1) Knob usually found at the top of each input channel on the soundboard. Used to set input levels of the separate channels to relatively equal positions. 2) The amount of increase in audio signal str [..]

Any increase in the strength of a signal. The ratio of output current, voltage, or power to input current, voltage, or power, respectively. The ratio of the magnitude of an output signal compared to t [..]

A measure of amplification of a device, usually expressed in dB.

In an electrical circuit - the amount of amplification used. Usually expressed in decibels (dB). Further Reading

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A profit on a securities transaction recognized by selling a security for more than the security originally cost. The gain is the difference between the cost and the sale.