1
: coupled directly to a driving turbine
turbofan
2
: consisting of or incorporating a turbine
turbojet engine
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Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2024
Now turbos are a common engine configuration on many modern consumer cars as well as on Formula One machines.
—Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2024
Just be aware that while using this pick in turbo mode, the flashlight did experience some mild shaking.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2024
The big change here is the gearbox, as the old Forte GT used a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic or a six-speed manual and a slightly more powerful (201 horsepower) 1.6-liter turbo.
—Alex Kwanten, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
That last bit comes courtesy of a 2.9-liter turbo V6 that makes 444 hp and 442 pound-feet of torque.
—Kyle Hyatt, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024
Maybe an organic hummus wrap and some turbo grocery shopping is just what Manhattanites are looking for.
—Dennis Lee / The Takeout, Quartz, 6 Mar. 2024
My personal favourite is the ability to control smart turbo trainers for bikes.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
The options on the XM are: the Bowers & Wilkins premium sound system for $3,400, the turbo cord charger for $250 and the M drivers’ package for $2,500.
—Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2024
Noun
In these cases, the supercharger allows the twin turbos to build turbo boost pressure, eliminating that pesky turbo lag that can delay acceleration.
—Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2024
Now turbos are a common engine configuration on many modern consumer cars as well as on Formula One machines.
—Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2024
Just be aware that while using this pick in turbo mode, the flashlight did experience some mild shaking.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2024
The big change here is the gearbox, as the old Forte GT used a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic or a six-speed manual and a slightly more powerful (201 horsepower) 1.6-liter turbo.
—Alex Kwanten, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
That last bit comes courtesy of a 2.9-liter turbo V6 that makes 444 hp and 442 pound-feet of torque.
—Kyle Hyatt, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024
Maybe an organic hummus wrap and some turbo grocery shopping is just what Manhattanites are looking for.
—Dennis Lee / The Takeout, Quartz, 6 Mar. 2024
My personal favourite is the ability to control smart turbo trainers for bikes.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
The options on the XM are: the Bowers & Wilkins premium sound system for $3,400, the turbo cord charger for $250 and the M drivers’ package for $2,500.
—Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2024
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“Turbo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turbo. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.
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