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also adaptors
as in accessories
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 adapters
Handy amenities include toothbrushes, (glass) bottled sparkling and still water, and built-in worldwide plug adapters.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Instead of tossing them, keep a container full of extra charging cords, adapters, power strips, and extension cords neatly wrapped and clearly labeled.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026
The complex process requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The Fyy organizer is slim enough to slip into any carry-on but manages to corral everything, including cords, backup batteries, and adapters into eight tidy pockets.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Many vehicles can use adapters depending on the connector type.
—Mckynzie Steward, AJC.com, 1 May 2026
Perhaps previous adapters were simply more inward-looking and less franchise-driven than Kyle Killen, creator and writer of Netflix’s series.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
Tesla Supercharger access is included, and adapters will be available for charging at CCS stations.
—Stephen Edelstein, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
The great players have to be great adapters because baseball serves up near-constant tests of nimbleness.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Instead of tossing them, keep a container full of extra charging cords, adapters, power strips, and extension cords neatly wrapped and clearly labeled.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026
The complex process requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The Fyy organizer is slim enough to slip into any carry-on but manages to corral everything, including cords, backup batteries, and adapters into eight tidy pockets.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Many vehicles can use adapters depending on the connector type.
—Mckynzie Steward, AJC.com, 1 May 2026
Perhaps previous adapters were simply more inward-looking and less franchise-driven than Kyle Killen, creator and writer of Netflix’s series.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
Tesla Supercharger access is included, and adapters will be available for charging at CCS stations.
—Stephen Edelstein, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
The great players have to be great adapters because baseball serves up near-constant tests of nimbleness.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapters
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The collection featured packable men’s and women’s apparel and accessories in turquoise, navy, red and yellow; graphic prints fluid silhouettes and premium fabrics, and was an example of Banana gaining consumer relevance by tying into what was a popular television series.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Luckily, Amazon is already packed with markdowns on everything from luggage and travel accessories to comfortable shoes and airport-ready outfits just in time for summer vacations.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
Noun
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If the divorce paperwork does not address the loan, or if your former spouse cannot qualify to refinance, talk with your family law attorney about your options.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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Following community debate over safety versus access to alternative mobility options, city leaders in La Mesa voted to ban e-bike use for riders under 12.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Oakland County officials say homeowners who were under an advisory now need to flush their water, clean and flush appliances that use water, clean their hot water tanks and replace water filters throughout the home.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Replace multiple appliances with simple devices.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Adapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapters. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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