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Adapter
Meaning
Noun
●
One who is
capable
of
adapting
to
differing
situations.
●
One who
adapts
a
thing
, e.g. a play.
●
A
device
or
application
used to
achieve
operative
compatibility
between
device
s that otherwise are incompatible.
Specifically, a
device
that
permits
two or more
plugs
to be used at a
single
electrical
power point.
Specifically, a
device
that allows one
format
of
plug
to be used with a different
format
of socket.
Specifically, an AC
adapter
: a
device
that
reduces
voltage
and
converts
AC to DC to
allow
a
battery-powered
device
to use
mains
power.
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Origin
adapter
English
-er
English
-er
Middle English (1100-1500)
-eren
Middle English (1100-1500)
-or
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
-ra
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
adapt
English
adapter
Middle French (ca. 1400-1600)
adaptare
Latin
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