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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
The complex process, requiring two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet up in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant, is necessary for Starship to reach distant destinations like Mars.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Tech Gadgets and Printing Beyond the ubiquitous phone chargers, hotels are increasingly stocking extension cords, HDMI cables for connecting laptops to TVs, and international adapters.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026
The versatile magnetic mount has 360° adjustment, and adapters enable installation on non-metallic tent awning poles or wooden posts.
—New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2026
Wired headphones, chargers, and adapters go here, so you’ll never be stuck rummaging through a tote bag for an EU-compatible plug at the gate again.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
These adapters then shape the large, primary model’s response.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Although there are some lens adapters available, they aren’t guaranteed to work.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Apart from the PowerBank batteries, the division also sells charging adapters and tech for using the vehicle itself as a backup battery for a home.
—Robert Ferris, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
The toolkit that keeps you productive Hardware Good laptop, noise-cancelling headphones, portable hotspot, universal adapters.
—Taylor Haught, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Tech Gadgets and Printing Beyond the ubiquitous phone chargers, hotels are increasingly stocking extension cords, HDMI cables for connecting laptops to TVs, and international adapters.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2026
The versatile magnetic mount has 360° adjustment, and adapters enable installation on non-metallic tent awning poles or wooden posts.
—New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2026
Wired headphones, chargers, and adapters go here, so you’ll never be stuck rummaging through a tote bag for an EU-compatible plug at the gate again.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
These adapters then shape the large, primary model’s response.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Although there are some lens adapters available, they aren’t guaranteed to work.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Apart from the PowerBank batteries, the division also sells charging adapters and tech for using the vehicle itself as a backup battery for a home.
—Robert Ferris, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
The toolkit that keeps you productive Hardware Good laptop, noise-cancelling headphones, portable hotspot, universal adapters.
—Taylor Haught, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapters
Noun
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Right now, Amazon has deals on KitchenAid stand mixers and accessories, air fryers from Ninja, Cosori, and Chefman.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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The collection spans unisex fleece sets, tees and sweaters, pajama sets, swimwear and accessories.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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New food options at the Charlotte ballpark Charlotte Knights executive chef Jamerius Sims is a creative mastermind.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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The grand jury had the options of handing up an indictment, declining to indict and issuing a report known as a presentment.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The expansive kitchen offers ocean views with top-quality appliances and ample counter and cabinet space for the most demanding chef.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Among those purchases were appliances and equipment that authorities say ended up at her boyfriend’s restaurant, as well as a series of personal items that raised further questions.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Adapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapters. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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