converter
Translation
converter, adapter
Examples
I need a voltage converter for my trip.
I need a voltage converter for my trip.
The catalytic converter reduces car emissions.
The catalytic converter reduces car emissions.
He is a recent converter to the faith.
He is a recent converter to the faith.
Grammar Patterns
a/an ((...)) converter a device that converts something You need a power converter for that plug.
a converter ((to sth.)) a person who has changed to a new belief She is a converter to vegetarianism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adapter, transformer
Etymology
From the verb 'convert' + the agent noun suffix '-er'. A person or thing that converts.
Memory Tips
It's the thing or person ('-er') that does the 'convert'-ing.