e-turbo en · NOUN
Etymology
From e- + turbo.
Meanings
- An electrified turbocharger; a turbo with electrically assisted ramp-up, using an accessory electric motor, to bring the turbine up to speed, reducing turbo lag. (When operating in electric mode, the turbo functions like a supercharger, driven by input power instead of exhaust gas.)
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| e-turbos | Number=Plur | lexicographic |