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💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Turbo"

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Word	Definition
superchargernoun	(most commonly) Such a compressor which is specifically powered from the crankshaft.
alternatornoun	(electrical engineering) An electric generator which produces alternating current through mechanical means.
gearnoun	(uncountable) Equipment or paraphernalia, especially that used for an athletic endeavor.
heatnoun	(uncountable) Thermal energy.
boostnoun	Something that helps, or adds power or effectiveness; assistance.
installedverb	readied for use
alternatorsnoun	(electrical engineering) An electric generator which produces alternating current through mechanical means.
superchargersnoun	(most commonly) Such a compressor which is specifically powered from the crankshaft.
turbinenoun	Any of various rotary machines that use the kinetic energy of a continuous stream of fluid (a liquid or a gas) to turn a shaft.
turbogeneratornoun	A turbine directly connected to an electric generator in order to generate power.
expansion turbinenoun	turboexpander
turboexpandernoun	A centrifugal or axial-flow turbine through which a high-pressure gas is expanded to produce work that is often used to drive a compressor.
turbine pumpnoun	A pump in which water is raised by the inverted action of a turbine-wheel.
bucketnoun	A container made of rigid material, often with a handle, used to carry liquids or small items.
turbillionnoun	(archaic) A whirlwind or vortex.
turgo turbinenoun	(hydroelectricity) An impulse water turbine designed for medium head applications.
turbulatornoun	A device that turns a laminar flow into a turbulent flow.
tyson turbinenoun	(hydroelectricity) A conical water turbine with helical blades.
turbosailnoun	A ship that uses rotating vertical cylinders instead of sails
wind turbinenoun	A device for converting wind power into electricity.