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also adaptor
as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
adapters for the food mixer include a meat grinder and an ice cream maker
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Recent Examples of adapter
The bards were the first adapters.
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David Denby,
New Yorker,
21 June 2026
The malware infected the Network Driver Interface, which streamlined communications between network protocol drivers enabling service such as TCP/IP network adapter drivers.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2026
Portable ACs can work with casement windows but need a special adapter to seal the vent properly.
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Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
17 June 2026
The studio hired local comedy writers and script adapters to restructure certain jokes and insert slang and cultural references so the humor in the movie was funny to more than just Americas.
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Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adapter
David Denby,
New Yorker,
21 June 2026
The malware infected the Network Driver Interface, which streamlined communications between network protocol drivers enabling service such as TCP/IP network adapter drivers.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2026
Portable ACs can work with casement windows but need a special adapter to seal the vent properly.
—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
17 June 2026
The studio hired local comedy writers and script adapters to restructure certain jokes and insert slang and cultural references so the humor in the movie was funny to more than just Americas.
—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adapter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapter
Noun
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The designer recently also unveiled a Net-a-porter exclusive footwear capsule with Manolo Blahnik, which combines Blahnik’s craftsmanship across shoes and accessories with Wickstead’s feminine and detailed approach to womenswear.
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That means all the important stuff, along with some smaller accessories like weather-resistant furniture covers.
Noun
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With retail prices starting around $19,000 for entry models and climbing past $100,000 for advanced ones, rentals offer a more accessible option.
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Shop the comfortable, chic outfit-polisher in five color options, plus more Italian leather flats under $100.
Noun
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Texas lawmakers passed a broad blue law in 1961 that prohibited the sale of 42 categories of goods, including clothing, appliances, housewares and hardware, on both Saturday and Sunday.
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Journeymen plumbers have demonstrated competence across water supply systems, sanitary drainage and venting, storm drainage, gas piping and appliance connections, and heating systems.
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“Adapter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapter. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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