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adaptor

Pronunciation: /əˈdaptə/

(also adapter)
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Definition of adaptor

noun

  • 1a device for connecting pieces of equipment that cannot be connected directly: the adaptor converts the lens focal length to 5.5 mm a tube fixed to the cleaner by means of an adaptor
  • a device for connecting several electric plugs to one socket.
  • 2a person who adapts a text to make it suitable for filming, broadcasting, or the stage.

Spelling help

Adaptor can also be spelled adapter: both are correct.

adaptor in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of adaptor in the US English dictionary