n
1 device that connects pieces of equipment that were not originally designed to be connected 适配器, 转接器（用以转接不可直接连接的器材）.
2 type of plug that enables several electrical appliances to be connected to one socket 转接器（可使几个用电器连接于同一插座上的一种插头）.
3 (also adapter) person who adapts sth 改编者.