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reinforcement

/ˌɹiːɪnˈfɔː(ɹ)smənt/

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noun

The act, process, or state of reinforcing or being reinforced.

Examples :

"The teacher used positive reinforcement to encourage the students to participate in class. "

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noun

A thing that reinforces.

Examples :

"The extra steel beam acted as a vital reinforcement to the old bridge. "

thing structure material technology building

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noun

(in the plural) Additional troops or materiel sent to support a military action.

Examples :

"The general requested reinforcements when the enemy launched a surprise attack. "

military war aid

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noun

The process whereby a behavior with desirable consequences comes to be repeated.

Examples :

"The teacher's praise for good behavior is a reinforcement that encourages students to participate more in class. "

mind process education