combo

The word “combo” means a small group of musicians, especially in jazz. In plain terms, an informal shortening of "combination" — used for meal deals, musical groups, or linked video-game moves.

“Combo” is pronounced KOM-boh (/ˈkɒmbəʊ/ in IPA).

Here is “combo” used in a sentence: “A four-piece jazz combo played in the corner of the bar.”

“Combo” is a noun.

“Combo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

“Combo” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small group of musicians, especially in jazz.

Combo is an informal term for a set of items sold or used together, most often used for a meal deal at a restaurant, such as a burger, fries, and a drink sold as one combo. Set meal is a more neutral or formal term for the same basic idea.

In video games, especially fighting games, a combo is a sequence of linked moves that deals extra damage or effect when performed in the right order. Pulling off a combo usually requires precise timing between individual attacks.

Combo is informal, functioning as a casual shortening of "combination." It is common in everyday speech, restaurant menus, and gaming contexts, but formal writing would typically use "combination" or a more specific term instead.

A combo can refer to a small group of musicians, especially in jazz, as opposed to a full band or orchestra. This usage is common in music contexts to describe compact performing groups.