travel adapter

noun

A device that allows one to plug an electric cord designed for the electrical outlets in one country into the differently designed electrical outlets of another country.

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Meanings

nountravel adapter (plural travel adapters)

plural travel adapters

  1. A device that allows one to plug an electric cord designed for the electrical outlets in one country into the differently designed electrical outlets of another country.

    For two-pin and other appliances a travel adapter is needed.

    2015, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Kenya, →ISBN, page 403
    2 more examples

    If you have a desktop computer, you can also get a cable with a different plug, or use a travel adapter.

    2011, Ubuntu 11.04 Unity Desktop Guide, →ISBN, page 201

    If you travel with your iPad, look for a travel adapter that will work in all the countries you visit.

    2013, Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPad 4th Generation and iPad mini, →ISBN, page 70
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