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turbo

noun tur·bo \ˈtər-(ˌ)bō\
plural turbos

Definition of TURBO

1
:  turbine
2
[by shortening] :  turbocharger
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Origin of TURBO

turbo-
First Known Use: 1904

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4 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. turbo
  2. turbo-
  3. turbo-propeller engine
  4. twin-turbo
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