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adapter

 

[ ษ™หˆdรฆptษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

computer hardware

A device or piece of software that allows different systems to work together by converting signals or data from one system into a compatible format for another system.

Synonyms

connector, converter, interface

Examples of usage

  • The adapter allows you to connect your laptop to the projector.
  • This adapter is compatible with all major operating systems.
Context #2 | Noun

travel

A person who assists and guides tourists in a foreign country, often providing information about local customs, attractions, and history.

Synonyms

cicerone, escort, tour guide

Examples of usage

  • Our tour guide was an excellent adapter, making sure we experienced the best of the city.
  • The adapter recommended a hidden gem restaurant that we would have never found on our own.
Context #3 | Noun

biology

An organism that has evolved to thrive in a particular environment by developing specific physical or behavioral traits.

Synonyms

creature, organism, species

Examples of usage

  • The bird's beak is an excellent adapter for cracking open seeds.
  • The octopus is a master adapter, able to change color and texture to blend in with its surroundings.

Translations

Translations of the word "adapter" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adaptador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคกเฅ‰เคชเฅเคŸเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Adapter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ adaptor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะดะฐะฟั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ adapter

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒ€ใƒ—ใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท adaptateur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ adaptador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท adaptรถr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–ด๋Œ‘ํ„ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุญูˆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adaptรฉr

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ adaptรฉr

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€‚้…ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ adapter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ millistykki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะดะฐะฟั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ“แƒแƒžแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adapter

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ adaptador

Etymology

The word 'adapter' originates from the Latin word 'adaptare', which means 'to fit'. The concept of adaptation has been crucial for the survival and evolution of species in biology. In the context of technology, adapters have become essential for connecting different devices and systems. The term has evolved to encompass a broader meaning of flexibility and compatibility in various fields.

See also: adapt, adaptability, adaptable, adaptably, adaptation, adaptations, adapted, adapters, adapting, adaptive, maladaptation, readapt.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,417, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.