Simple Definition of turbocharger

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turbocharger

noun

plural turbochargers
: a device that supplies air to an engine at a higher pressure than normal to increase the engine's power

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“Turbocharger.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/turbocharger. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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