Adapters

[uh-dap-ter]

a·dapt·er

[uh-dap-ter]
noun
1.
a person or thing that adapts.
2.
a connector for joining parts or devices having different sizes, designs, etc., enabling them to be fitted or to work together.
3.
an accessory to convert a machine, tool, or part to a new or modified use.
4.
Computers. expansion card.
Also, a·dap·tor.


Origin:
1795–1805; adapt + -er1

non·a·dapt·er, noun
non·a·dap·tor, noun
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