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Definition adapter in British English

adapter noun

[countable] noun
/əˈdæptə(r)/
1

an object that allows you to connect two pieces of equipment of different types or sizes

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1.1

an object that allows you to connect several pieces of electrical equipment to one electricity supply

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1.2

an object that allows you to use electrical equipment in countries where there is a different type of electricity supply from your own

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Definition adapter in British English