Turboprop (noun)

1. A type of aircraft engine which combines a gas turbine with a propeller, providing high-powered thrust for the airplane.
2. An aircraft powered by a turboprop engine.

Origin:

A compound of the words 'turbo' and 'prop', short for 'turboshaft engine' and 'propeller' respectively.

Examples:

1. The regional airline operates a fleet of regional jets and turboprops to connect smaller communities with larger cities.
2. The turboprop aircraft is a cost-effective alternative for short to medium range flights.
3. Turboprops are typically more fuel-efficient than pure jet engines in the lower flight altitudes.
4. The pilot of the turboprop had to make a sudden landing due to engine failure.
5. Many military aircraft use turboprop engines to provide the necessary power for combat missions.