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adapter

 [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.
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Origin:
1795–1805; adapt + -er1

Related forms
non·a·dapt·er, noun
non·a·dap·tor, noun
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World English Dictionary
adaptor or adapter (əˈdæptə)
 
—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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adapter a·dapt·er or a·dap·tor (ə-dāp'tər)
n.

  1. One that adapts.

  2. A connecting part that joins two pieces of apparatus.

  3. A converter of electric current to a desired form.

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