Word: turbocharge
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: tur
bo
charge
Definition: To increase the power of (an internal combustion engine, either Otto or Diesel cycle) by compressing the inlet air with power extracted from the exhaust air (through using a turbocharger).
Morphemes:
Affix: turbo-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Accelerated, more robust, souped-up
Etymology Compounds: Affix: turbo
Language: la
Decoded: turbo
Meaning: spinning top
Affix: charge
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: to gain energy
Etymology Compounds: Affix: carrus
Language: la
Decoded: carrus
Meaning: a car, wagon