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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 process, which is necessary for Starship to reach distant destinations, is a complex one requiring two vehicles equipped with docking adapters to meet up in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
These adapters translate real-time data into the same internal format used for WeatherMesh’s training data.
—IEEE Spectrum, 20 Oct. 2025
No one wants to deal with tangled cords or missing adapters mid-vacation, and this best-selling Amazon case keeps everything from chargers to memory cards neatly in place.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025
At the same time, both rivals rely on external, laptop-style adapters.
—PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2025
That includes docking adapters and other hardware changes key to orbital refueling, a complex process involving two Starships docking in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
The North American Charging Standard (NACS/J3400) is rapidly emerging as the dominant connector, with Tesla opening its Supercharger network to other manufacturers through adapters.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
The air fryer system is completely portable and includes a PowerPod heating device, a 6-quart glass container, and a 4-cup glass container, container adapters, and storage lids to bake, air fry, and crisp chicken, french fries, salmon, and much more.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
The problem is that my iPhone 14 Pro Max is long, and the grip prevents the adapters from fitting into the socket of my iPhone.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025
Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
These adapters translate real-time data into the same internal format used for WeatherMesh’s training data.
—IEEE Spectrum, 20 Oct. 2025
No one wants to deal with tangled cords or missing adapters mid-vacation, and this best-selling Amazon case keeps everything from chargers to memory cards neatly in place.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025
At the same time, both rivals rely on external, laptop-style adapters.
—PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2025
That includes docking adapters and other hardware changes key to orbital refueling, a complex process involving two Starships docking in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
The North American Charging Standard (NACS/J3400) is rapidly emerging as the dominant connector, with Tesla opening its Supercharger network to other manufacturers through adapters.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
The air fryer system is completely portable and includes a PowerPod heating device, a 6-quart glass container, and a 4-cup glass container, container adapters, and storage lids to bake, air fry, and crisp chicken, french fries, salmon, and much more.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
The problem is that my iPhone 14 Pro Max is long, and the grip prevents the adapters from fitting into the socket of my iPhone.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adapters
Noun
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There will be deals on travel essentials, including sleek luggage, cool-weather clothing staples, comfy walking shoes, new tech, and versatile travel accessories.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
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The nostalgic and romantic 31-piece collection also spans distressed Madewell jeans and leather skirts and jackets, as well as giftable accessories like crew socks, hooded scarves, and floral brooches.—
Victoria Montalti,
Refinery29,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The interior designer’s Wayfair rug collection with Loloi includes so many options in neutral shades and subtle patterns that complement a variety of home styles, including modern, farmhouse, and traditional aesthetics.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Despite these real dangers, our law enforcement shows incredible restraint in exhausting all options before force is escalated.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Other highlights include a living room sporting a wood-burning stove, a dining area that connects to a kitchen outfitted with open shelving and stainless appliances, and a bath equipped with a porcelain tub.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Adapters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adapters. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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