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English word origin

Etymology of combo

Clipping of combination + -o.

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Unnumbered source etymology · variant 1/2

Original entry ↗
verb

To combine. · To perform a combo attack on.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of combination + -o.

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Unnumbered source etymology · variant 2/2

Original entry ↗
noun

A small musical group. · A combination. · An action composed of a sequence of simpler actions, especially a composite attacking move in a fighting game. · Two or more gameplay elements (e.g. characters, items) which are powerful when used together.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of combination + -o.

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