voltageconverter
nounUK /ˈvəʊltɪdʒ kənˈvɜːtə/
US /ˈvoʊltɪdʒ kənˈvɜːrtər/
A voltage converter is a machine that changes the power level so your gadgets can work safely.
We packed a voltage converter so our phone charger would work in Europe.
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2. A device that raises low voltage to a higher voltage for a machine.
The step-up voltage converter boosted the battery's output for the motor.
3. A device that lowers high voltage to a safer level for small electronics.
A step-down voltage converter kept the lamp from burning out.
4. A travel accessory that lets appliances from one country plug into outlets in another.
She bought a voltage converter before her trip to Japan.