Adaptor: meaning, definitions and examples
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adaptor
[ ษหdรฆptษr ]
electrical device
An adaptor is a device that converts attributes of one device or system to those of an otherwise incompatible device or system. Adapters are commonly used in electrical contexts to allow different types of plugs or sockets to connect. They facilitate connections between devices that wouldn't ordinarily work together by adjusting the voltage, current, or connector type. Adapters are essential in many scenarios, especially when traveling internationally, to ensure that devices can charge and operate safely.
Synonyms
connector, converter, interface
Examples of usage
- I need an adaptor to charge my laptop overseas.
- This adaptor allows me to connect my headphones to my phone.
- She bought a travel adaptor for her trip to Europe.
Translations
Translations of the word "adaptor" in other languages:
๐ต๐น adaptador
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคกเคพเคชเฅเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Adapter
๐ฎ๐ฉ adaptor
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะดะฐะฟัะตั
๐ต๐ฑ adapter
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใใใฟ
๐ซ๐ท adaptateur
๐ช๐ธ adaptador
๐น๐ท adaptรถr
๐ฐ๐ท ์ด๋ํฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุญูู
๐จ๐ฟ adaptรฉr
๐ธ๐ฐ adaptรฉr
๐จ๐ณ ้้ ๅจ
๐ธ๐ฎ adapter
๐ฎ๐ธ aรฐlรถgunartรฆki
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะดะฐะฟัะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ adapter
๐ฒ๐ฝ adaptador
Etymology
The word 'adaptor' comes from the Latin root 'adaptare', meaning 'to fit to' or 'to adjust'. The prefix 'ad-' means 'to' or 'toward', while '-apt' comes from 'aptare', meaning 'to fit'. The term began to gain usage in the 19th century, particularly as technology advanced and devices began to require more specific connections to function properly. The spelling 'adaptor' has been predominantly used in British English, while 'adapter' is favored in American English. The evolution of the word reflects the growth of technology and the increasing complexity of devices requiring specialized means of connection.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,025, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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