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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
SpaceX is developing the prototype to be capable of refueling midflight in a complex process that requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer propellant.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Handy amenities include toothbrushes, (glass) bottled sparkling and still water, and built-in worldwide plug adapters.
—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 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
Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Handy amenities include toothbrushes, (glass) bottled sparkling and still water, and built-in worldwide plug adapters.
—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 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
Noun
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Datskovska regularly reports on the trendiest clothes and accessories of the season — and how to score them online, for less.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Best Amazon Memorial Day Fashion Sales Amazon’s fashion department is packed with deals on airy clothes, supportive shoes, and cute and functional accessories.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
Noun
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The other thing to consider with the current goalie depth chart is Buffalo’s two young options.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Center fielder Alek Thomas and utility man Tyler Fitzgerald are also potential options that wouldn’t require a 40-man roster move.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
Noun
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2026
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Use your smartphone to take pictures or videos of each room in your home — open closets and drawers, and record the serial numbers of items like appliances and electronics.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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“Adapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapters. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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