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supercharger

 

[ ˈsuːpəˌtʃɑːrdʒər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

automotive

A supercharger is a device that increases the pressure of air being supplied to an internal combustion engine. This results in a greater amount of oxygen entering the engine, allowing it to burn more fuel and produce more power.

Synonyms

blower, compressor, turbocharger

Examples of usage

  • A supercharger can significantly boost the performance of a car.
  • Many high-performance sports cars are equipped with a supercharger.
  • The supercharger whined as it forced air into the engine.
Context #2 | Noun

engineering

In engineering, a supercharger is a type of air compressor used to increase the pressure or density of air supplied to an internal combustion engine.

Synonyms

air compressor, boost compressor

Examples of usage

  • The supercharger is driven by the engine's crankshaft.
  • Superchargers are commonly used in aircraft engines.
  • Some superchargers are driven by a belt connected to the engine.

Translations

Translations of the word "supercharger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 supercompressor

🇮🇳 सुपरचार्जर

🇩🇪 Kompressor

🇮🇩 supercharger

🇺🇦 турбокомпресор

🇵🇱 sprężarka doładowująca

🇯🇵 スーパーチャージャー

🇫🇷 compresseur

🇪🇸 supercargador

🇹🇷 süperşarj

🇰🇷 슈퍼차저

🇸🇦 شاحن فائق

🇨🇿 kompresor

🇸🇰 kompresor

🇨🇳 增压器

🇸🇮 kompresor

🇮🇸 ofurhleðsla

🇰🇿 суперзарядтағыш

🇬🇪 სუპერჩარჯერი

🇦🇿 superşarj cihazı

🇲🇽 supercargador

Etymology

The concept of supercharging dates back to the early 20th century when engineers sought ways to increase the power output of internal combustion engines. Superchargers have since become integral components in automotive and engineering industries, allowing for improved engine performance and efficiency.

See also: chargeable, charged, charger, charges, charging, decharging, discharge, overcharge, recharge, surcharge.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,560 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.