adaptor
Definitions
noun
Alternative spelling of adapter.
Collocations
5ADJ.
compatible, extended, fast, handy, lost, missing, new, new
I couldn't find the missing adaptor for my phone charger anywhere in the house.
VERB + ADAPTOR
borrowed, bought, built-in, can't, charge, find, inspect, need
I bought an adaptor so I could charge my phone while traveling abroad.
ADAPTOR + NOUN
ac, airport, camera, friend, laptop, periods, usb
I forgot to pack my laptop adaptor and couldn't charge my computer at the hotel.
PREP.
from, in, with, without
I couldn't find my phone charger, so I borrowed an adaptor from my colleague.
ADV.
perfectly, suddenly
The USB adaptor suddenly stopped working when I plugged in my new laptop.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
noun — device that enables something to be used in a way different
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
6Do not touch the console or AC adaptor for extended periods of time while the console is turned on as extended contact may cause low-temperature burns.
Tatoeba · #1695351To help ensure safe operation, regularly inspect the AC adaptor and AC power cord. If damaged, stop use immediately.
Tatoeba · #1695354Do not use a power cord other than the supplied AC adaptor and AC power cord.
Tatoeba · #1695359I forgot to pack my adaptor for the trip.
Tatoeba · #12672401The phone won't charge without an adaptor.
Tatoeba · #12672402She bought a new adaptor for her laptop.
Tatoeba · #12672404