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turboelectric

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌtɜːrboʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

KK: /tɜːrboʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to a system that uses electric generators and motors to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa, typically involving turbines.


Example

The turboelectric system improved the efficiency of the power generation process.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the new turboelectric cars coming out this year?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read they’re super efficient and really fast!
Sloth A
I can’t wait to see how they perform compared to regular electric cars.
Sloth B
Same here! I think the turboelectric technology could change the game.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
electromechanical
generator
turbine
Antonyms
manual
non-electric
mechanical
Root Explanation

Turboelectric → It is formed from "turbo-" (from Latin "turbo", meaning a spinning top or whirlwind) and "electric" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber, which produces electricity when rubbed). The word describes a system that generates electricity through a spinning mechanism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'turbo' as something that spins quickly, like a whirlwind, and 'electric' as relating to electricity. This helps you remember that 'turboelectric' refers to electricity generated by a spinning process.

Visually Confused Words
triboelectric
proelectric
triboelectricity
vitreoelectric
thermoelectric
stereoelectric
pyroelectric
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