turbo-generator

A form of turbogenerator — A turbine directly connected to an electric generator in order to generate power.

Meanings

nounturbo-generator (plural turbo-generators)

plural turbo-generators

  1. alternativeAlternative form of turbogenerator.

    A turbo-generator on the smokebox provides a complete system of electric lighting and inspection lamp points.

    1946 May and June, “The 2-8-0 "Liberation" Locomotive for Europe”, in Railway Magazine, page 182

Origin

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Chicago

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