Specifically, an AC adapter: a device that reduces voltage and converts AC to DC to allow a battery-powered device to use mains power.
One who adapts a thing, e.g. a play.
Specifically, a device that allows one format of plug to be used with a different format of socket.
A device or application used to achieve operative compatibility between devices that otherwise are incompatible.
Specifically, a device that permits two, three, or more plugs to be used at a single electrical power point.
One who is capable of adapting to differing situations.
An electronic circuit that fixes either the positive or the negative peak excursions of a signal to a defined value by shifting its DC value.
A parking enforcement device used to immobilise a car until it can be towed or a fine is paid; a wheel clamp.
An instrument used to temporarily shut off blood vessels, etc.
A mass of bricks heaped up to be burned; or of ore for roasting, or of coal coking.
A pile of agricultural produce such as root vegetables or silage stored under a layer of earth or an airtight sheet.
A piece of wood (batten) across the grain of a board end to keep it flat, as in a breadboard.
A brace, band, or clasp for strengthening or holding things together.
To fasten in place or together with (or as if with) a clamp.
To hold or grip tightly.
To immobilise (a vehicle) by means of a wheel clamp.
To modify (a numeric value) so it lies within a specific range by replacing values outside the range with the closest value within the range.