variants
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
The bards were the first adapters.
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David Denby,
New Yorker,
21 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
Between those two modular adaptors, the Captain's Crunch is able to offer a set of functions quite comparable to the original Crunch, plus plenty more the user can add by way of additional T-shank implements and bits.
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New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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,
28 May 2026
This specification has forced anyone using HDMI to connect their displays to buy additional adapters for a dual-monitor setup.
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Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Playback devices become harder to find or repair, along with all the necessary cables and adapters.
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Wyatt Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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.
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Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
16 May 2026
David Denby,
New Yorker,
21 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
Between those two modular adaptors, the Captain's Crunch is able to offer a set of functions quite comparable to the original Crunch, plus plenty more the user can add by way of additional T-shank implements and bits.
—
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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.
—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
This specification has forced anyone using HDMI to connect their displays to buy additional adapters for a dual-monitor setup.
—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Playback devices become harder to find or repair, along with all the necessary cables and adapters.
—
Wyatt Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
26 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapters
Noun
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That means all of the cookware, kitchen tools, grilling gadgets, baking accessories, and cleaning supplies on sale will come in handy well before the winter holidays hit.
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Cardi has not kept her obsession with luxury accessories a secret.
Noun
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Starting wings Moses Moody and Jimmy Butler are expected to miss the majority of the season with knee injuries, while Draymond Green, Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton could decline their player options.
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The Heat could also add Conwell to its 15-man roster by using a standard contract, with a few different options to sign him in this scenario.
Noun
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
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Electronics, up 120% compared to average daily sales in June; appliances, up 90%; tools and home improvement, up 70%; home and garden, up 65%; and furniture and bedding, up 55%.
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“Adapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapters. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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