turbo

1 of 2

noun

tur·​bo ˈtər-(ˌ)bō 

plural turbos

1

: turbine

2

[by shortening] : turbocharger

turbo-

2 of 2

combining form

1

: coupled directly to a driving turbine

turbofan

2

: consisting of or incorporating a turbine

turbojet engine

Examples of turbo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

There's also the brand's signature Chronocluster that displays engine speed in RPM, vehicle speed, and turbo boost info all in a single multi-faced dial. — New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2026

Heading out to the track, the BMW immediately felt different in my hands; this car is designed for performance driving, sporting a more athletic posture and twin turbo power. — Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Instead, the one-off Destrier, commissioned through Bugatti’s Programme Solitaire division, showcases a more refined aesthetic throughout, yet without lacking any of its sibling’s muscle—sharing the Bolide’s 1,578 hp, quad-turbo W16 power plant. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

Its turbo tool attachment lifts fur from upholstery and curtains, while its 9-foot telescoping wand reaches dust bunnies hiding under low-lying furniture. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

turbo-

Combining form

turbine

First Known Use

Noun

1904, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing turbo

• twin-turbo