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

Peterson, a 6-foot-6 combo guard, was whistled for nine fouls in 30 minutes of playing time. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

This mix of casual and dressy vibes creates a combo that’s comfortable, authentic, and full of personality. — René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 9 July 2026

German guard Jack Kayil was a late addition to the Knicks’ Summer League roster, but the 6-foot-3 combo guard played in one of Europe’s most competitive basketball leagues last season. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 July 2026

Sweet‑heat mashups Spicy‑sweet combos are bigger, bolder and more chaotic than ever. — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026

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