English Explanatory Dictionary

twincharger

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A combination of a supercharger and a turbocharger.

Word forms

twincharger twinchargers

Etymology

From twin + charger. From there being two "-chargers", a turbocharger and a supercharger. "Twin" is taken to mean "two", and does not mean identical, just two similar items.

Synonyms

turbosupercharger superturbocharger

Related words

twincharge twincharged twincharging carburetor forced induction fuel injection intercooler nitro
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