combo

noun

com·​bo ˈkäm-(ˌ)bō 

plural combos

1

: a usually small jazz or dance band

2

informal : combination

an appealing color combo

Examples of combo in a Sentence

The carpet design comes in three different color combos.

Recent Examples on the Web

An electric cooler/freezer combo keeps drinks and snacks within reach during camping trips and other outdoor activities, while extensive exterior storage compartments provide space for luggage, sports equipment, or other gear. —Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Dec. 2025

If using any cleaning solutions or chemical sprays, make sure not to mix any bleach and ammonia products, as this is a dangerous combo in any situation. —Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025

With Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock leading the way the Red Sox should have one of the best late-inning combos in MLB. —Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 25 Dec. 2025

This is one of the luckiest transit combos Libras have had in years. —Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 23 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

combination + -o entry 1

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for combo

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau

Kids Definition

combo

noun

com·​bo ˈkäm-ˌbō 

plural combos

1

: a small jazz or dance band

2

informal : combination