Devices that connect two things that normally don't fit together, or people who adjust to new situations easily.
From Late Latin 'adaptāre' (to fit to), combining 'ad' (to) + 'aptāre' (to fit). The word entered English in the 17th century and the physical device meaning emerged in the 20th century with technology.
The USB adapter revolution shows how a single standardized connector can cut down on electronic waste—engineers estimate that proper adapters could save tons of discarded electronics annually!
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