1. to cool (compressed air or gas) between stages of compression, typically in a turbocharged or supercharged engine
Usage: automotive/mechanical engineering term; transitive verb

Examples

• Modern turbocharged engines intercool the compressed air to improve efficiency.
• The system is designed to intercool the intake charge before it enters the combustion chamber.
• Engineers intercool the air between the compressor stages to reduce heat buildup.
• High-performance vehicles often intercool the supercharged air for better engine performance.