Charger: meaning, definitions and examples

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charger

 

[ หˆtสƒษ‘หrdส’ษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

electricity

A device used to charge electrical devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops. It typically consists of a plug, a cable, and a power adapter. Chargers come in various shapes and sizes.

Synonyms

adapter, power supply.

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charger

Already covered in the previous entry.

adapter

Typically used to refer to a device that allows one type of plug to fit into another type of socket, often used for travel or connecting different devices.

  • I need an adapter to use my laptop in this country because the sockets are different
power supply

Often used in the context of desktop computers and other larger electronic devices, referring to the internal or external unit that provides power to the device.

  • The power supply in my desktop computer failed, so I need to replace it

Examples of usage

  • I forgot to bring my phone charger on the trip.
  • She plugged in the charger to charge her laptop.
Context #2 | Noun

horse riding

A type of horse that has a lot of energy and a strong desire to run. Chargers are often used as racehorses or for fast riding.

Synonyms

racehorse, speedster.

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charger

Despite being the same word, in historical or literary contexts 'charger' can also refer to a war horse, especially one used by knights. This usage is quite rare today.

  • The knight mounted his trusted charger and rode into battle.
  • In the old paintings, the charger looks majestic and powerful.
racehorse

This word is best used to describe a horse that competes in races, typically bred and trained for speed.

  • The racehorse galloped across the finish line, securing first place.
  • She has invested in a racehorse and hopes it will win the upcoming derby.
speedster

Use this word to describe a person, vehicle, or even an animal known for its incredible speed. This term is informal and often carries a sense of admiration or excitement.

  • That new car model is a real speedster!
  • As a speedster on the track team, he always finishes first.

Examples of usage

  • The charger galloped across the field.
  • She trained the charger for the upcoming race.
Context #3 | Noun

basketball

A player who quickly moves the ball down the court towards the basket, often scoring points. Chargers are known for their speed and agility.

Synonyms

scorer, speedster.

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charger

This term is used to describe a device used for recharging electronic gadgets, like phones, laptops, or tablets. Another use of 'charger' is for a type of horse in historical contexts, often related to knights and battles.

  • I forgot my phone charger at home, can I borrow yours?
  • The knight rode his mighty charger into battle.
speedster

Used to describe someone who is very fast, usually in sports or racing contexts. It can also refer to fast cars or any object known for its speed. It often carries a positive connotation.

  • She is known as the team's speedster, always leading the race.
  • The new model is a speedster, capable of reaching high speeds in seconds.
scorer

This term is typically used in sports or games to describe a person who scores points, goals, or runs. It can also refer to someone who keeps track of the scores.

  • He is the top scorer on our basketball team.
  • The scorer tallied up the points after each round of the game.

Examples of usage

  • The point guard is the team's charger.
  • He dribbled past the defenders like a charger.

Translations

Translations of the word "charger" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น carregador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคพเคฐเฅเคœเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ladegerรคt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengisi daya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐั€ัะดะฝะธะน ะฟั€ะธัั‚ั€ั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚adowarka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ……้›ปๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chargeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cargador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸarj cihazฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถฉ์ „๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงุญู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nabรญjeฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nabรญjaฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ……็”ตๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ polnilnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hleรฐslutรฆki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทะฐั€ัะดั‚ะฐัƒ า›าฑั€ั‹ะปา“ั‹ัั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฃแƒฎแƒขแƒ•แƒ˜แƒก แƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒงแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸarj cihazฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cargador

Etymology

The word 'charger' has a rich history with various meanings across different contexts. In the context of electricity, it originated from the verb 'charge,' meaning to fill with electricity. In horse riding, 'charger' refers to a horse that charges ahead with energy and speed, originating from the French 'charger,' meaning to load or burden. In basketball, a 'charger' is a player who charges down the court, likely derived from the horse riding sense. Overall, 'charger' has evolved to symbolize energy, speed, and forward movement.

See also: chargeable, charged, charges, charging, decharging, discharge, overcharge, recharge, supercharger, surcharge.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,208, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.