noun
- a device that increases an engine’s power by forcing extra air into the cylinders using exhaust gases to drive a turbine
Usage: automotive
Examples
- The car’s turbocharger helps it accelerate quickly despite having a small engine.
- Modern diesel trucks often use turbochargers to improve fuel efficiency.
- The mechanic replaced the damaged turbocharger to restore the engine’s performance.
- Racing cars frequently feature turbochargers to maximize horsepower.
- The turbocharger spins at extremely high speeds to compress incoming air.
- Without the turbocharger, the engine would produce significantly less power.