adapter
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tər 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.
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World English Dictionary
adaptor or adapter (əˈdæptə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a person or thing that adapts |
| 2. | any device for connecting two parts, esp ones that are of different sizes or have different mating fitments |
| 3. | a. a plug used to connect an electrical device to a mains supply when they have different types of terminals |
| b. a device used to connect several electrical appliances to a single mains socket | |
| adapter or adapter | |
| —n | |
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American Heritage
Medical Dictionary
adapter a·dapt·er or a·dap·tor (ə-dāp'tər)
n.
One that adapts.
A connecting part that joins two pieces of apparatus.
A converter of electric current to a desired form.
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Example sentences
The tunnel-adapter duct precludes dead air spaces in the tunnel adapter with the aft tunnel adapter hatch closed.
You'll still have a wall adapter with a wire running to the dock.
When a suitably equipped device is placed on the pad, an adapter on its base makes contact with the nubs.
If you plan to use any electronic devices, a voltage converter or plug adapter comes in handy.
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