Adapter and Necessity

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Adapter noun - Something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment.

Usage example: adapters for the food mixer include a meat grinder and an ice cream maker

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Necessity is an antonym for adapter.

Nearby Words: adapt, adapted, adaptable, adapting, adaption

Necessity noun - Something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable.

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Adapter is an antonym for necessity.

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