noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An inlet air compressor for an internal combustion engine (either Otto or Diesel cycle).
2. 2
   compressor that forces increased oxygen into the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine wordnet
3. 3
   An inlet air compressor for an internal combustion engine (either Otto or Diesel cycle).; Such a compressor which is specifically powered from the crankshaft.
4. 4
   A device that can rapidly recharge a battery cell/pack.

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Etymology

From super- + charger.

Related phrases

internal combustion engine

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