combo

noun

com·​bo ˈkäm-(ˌ)bō How to pronounce combo (audio)
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.
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The Selink Plaid Boho Mini Dress is available in a deep blue, green, and subtle yellow color combo that feels festive yet refined. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025 Does anyone, including the creators of this admittedly atmospheric combo of supernatural spookiness, miscellaneous folk-horror debris, slasher-flick shenanigans, vague stabs at gender politics, and blatant cakesploitation? David Fear, Rolling Stone, 14 Nov. 2025 Including a mix of both in your diet provides a powerhouse combo of nutrients, flavor, and affordability. Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 14 Nov. 2025 Together, this under-$80 combo makes getting ready for a flight or exploring a new fall destination feel a lot more effortless. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for combo

Word History

Etymology

combination + -o entry 1

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of combo was in 1921

Cite this Entry

“Combo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/combo. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

combo

noun
com·​bo ˈkäm-ˌbō How to pronounce combo (audio)
plural combos
1
: a small jazz or dance band
2
informal : combination

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