Adaptor
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
An alternative spelling of adapter, primarily used in British English, referring to a device that allows connection between incompatible equipment or systems.
“The electrical adaptor allows you to plug your appliance into foreign sockets safely.”
Pronunciation
IPA
ə-dăpʹtər
Syllables
a·dap·tor
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Wordle
A appears twice; contains common vowels O; similar to 'adapter' but with O
Scrabble
Worth 10 points; good for utilizing As and common letters
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