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单词 adapter
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adapter

noun

adapt·​er ə-ˈdap-tər How to pronounce adapter (audio)
a-
variants or less commonly adaptor
1
: one that adapts
2
a
: a device for connecting two parts (as of different diameters) of an apparatus
b
: an attachment for adapting apparatus for uses not originally intended

Synonyms

  • accessory
  • accessary
  • accoutrement
  • accouterment
  • add-on
  • adjunct
  • appendage
  • appliance
  • attachment
  • option
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Example Sentences

adapters for the food mixer include a meat grinder and an ice cream maker
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Word History

Etymology

adapt + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Medical Definition

adapter

noun

adapt·​er
variants also adaptor
ə-ˈdap-tər How to pronounce adapter (audio)
1
: one that adapts
2
a
: a device for connecting two parts (as of different diameters) of an apparatus
b
: an attachment for adapting apparatus for uses not originally intended

adapter

noun

variants also adaptor
as in accessory
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • accessory
  • option
  • appliance
  • attachment
  • appendage
  • accessary
  • add-on
  • adjunct
  • equipment
  • accouterment
  • auxiliary
  • additive
  • accompaniment
  • accoutrement
  • complement
  • supplement
  • subsidiary
  • ornament
  • filler
  • enhancement
  • furnishings
  • extra
  • embroidery
  • appurtenances
  • incidental
  • trimming
  • adornment
  • paraphernalia
  • doodad
  • decoration
  • amenity
  • habiliment(s)
  • trappings
  • nonessential
  • luxury
  • trim
  • garnish
  • nonnecessity
  • embellishment
  • frill
  • bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • requirement
  • essential
  • necessity
  • requisite
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