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turbo

/ˈtɜːr.boʊ/
tur · bo
Plural:turbos
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Adjective:turbo
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turbo Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Equipped with or powered by a turbocharger or turbine engine.

Example

"The new sports car features a high-efficiency turbo engine that delivers impressive acceleration."

2

Operating at an exceptionally fast speed, high power, or heightened intensity (informal).

Example

"She switched the blender to turbo mode to crush the ice in seconds."

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• noun

1

A turbocharger; a turbine-driven device that forces extra compressed air into an internal combustion engine to increase its power and efficiency.

Example

"The mechanic had to replace the worn-out turbo on the diesel truck."

2

A motor vehicle, especially a sports car, fitted with a turbocharger.

Example

"He bought a vintage German turbo and spent the summer restoring it."

3

Any marine gastropod mollusk of the genus Turbo, inhabiting warm and tropical seas and characterized by a thick, heavy, turban-shaped shell with a calcareous operculum.

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• Nearby Words

turban buttercup
turbaned
turbine
turbo
turbocharge
turbocharged
turbocharger

Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in the early 20th century as a shortening of 'turbocharger' or 'turboprop', ultimately derived from the Latin 'turbo' meaning 'whirlwind' or 'spinning top'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Turbo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/turbo
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