turbocharger

noun

tur·​bo·​charg·​er ˈtər-bō-ˌchär-jər 

: a centrifugal blower driven by exhaust gas turbines and used to supercharge an engine

Examples of turbocharger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The tech launched on the mid-range GTS trim, and used electrons not just to add power via an electric motor, but also to spin the engine’s turbocharger for greater efficiency and quicker responses. —Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026

No turbocharger is used, but a small Roots-type supercharger expands the compression ignition window by adding more air to the engine to allow leaner fuel mixes – especially at higher speeds where avoiding knock is more problematic. —New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026

These engines include models equipped with turbochargers, such as entry-level luxury cars and SUVs. —Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026

Then, thanks to the motor, supercharger, and turbocharger, there’s always more than enough power on tap regardless of RPM in Sport and Sport+ modes. —Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for turbocharger

• supercharger
• barger
• charger
• larger
• discharger