supercharger

English

Etymology

From super- +‎ charger.

Pronunciation

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Noun

supercharger (plural superchargers)

  2. (automotive) An inlet air compressor for an internal combustion engine (either Otto or Diesel cycle).
    Hyponyms: turbocharger, turbosupercharger, superturbocharger, twincharger
    2. (most commonly) Such a compressor which is specifically powered from the crankshaft.
      Synonym: blower
      Coordinate terms: turbocharger, turbosupercharger, superturbocharger, twincharger
  3. (electrics, electronics) A device that can rapidly recharge a battery cell/pack.

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