intercooler
|in-ter-cool-er|
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/ˈɪntərˌkuːlər/
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/ˈɪntəkjuːlə/
engine air cooler
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intercooler' originates from the combination of 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'cooler' meaning 'a device that cools'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'intercooler' was adopted in the automotive industry to describe a cooling device placed between the turbocharger and the engine.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a device that cools between stages', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/03 20:58