connector
gb/kənˈɛktɚ/ us/kənˈɛktɚ/
B2
Ingles
~ 6000
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pangngalan
technical
B2
entity
1
device joining electrical cables
A small part, like a plug, that joins two electric wires or devices so electricity or data can move between them.
Padron ng paggamit:
an [adjective] connector for [device]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes call the whole cable a "connector". The connector is only the part at the end of the cable that plugs in. They may also confuse "connector" with "adapter"; an adapter changes one type of connector to another.
Mga kasingkahulugan
plug (Often refers to the male part of an electrical connector that fits into a socket or port.)
Mga kasalungat
insulator (An insulator keeps electrical parts apart, while a connector joins them so electricity or signals can pass.)
Mga kolokasyon
electrical connector
|USB connector
|cable connector
|power connector
|multi-pin connector
|plug-in connector
Mga tema
technology
|engineering
|electronics
Mga Halimbawa
- Make sure the power connector is fully inserted before you turn on the computer.
- This cable has a USB-C connector on one end and a HDMI connector on the other.
- A bent pin in the connector can stop the whole device from working.
- The technician replaced the damaged connector instead of changing the entire cable.
- Most smartphones now use the same type of connector for charging and data transfer.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- The cable connector is broken, so my phone cannot charge.
- Please check that the connector is in the right port.
- This computer uses a different connector for the screen.
- I bought an adapter because my laptop has another type of connector.
Pangngalan
technical
B2
entity
2
piece joining physical parts
A small part that joins two pipes, hoses, or other hard things so they stay together and work as one.
Padron ng paggamit:
a connector between [two parts]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may call every small part a "connector" even if it only supports or covers something. A connector must join two parts into one working unit.
Mga kasingkahulugan
coupling (A more specialized engineering term for a device that joins two lengths of pipe or shaft.)
Mga kasalungat
end cap (An end cap closes the end of a pipe, while a connector joins it to something else.)
Mga kolokasyon
hose connector
|pipe connector
|quick connector
|plastic connector
|metal connector
|angle connector
Mga tema
engineering
|daily life
|construction
|work
Mga Halimbawa
- You’ll need a hose connector if you want to attach the garden hose to the sprinkler.
- The plumber replaced the old pipe connector to stop the leak.
- Use a right-angle connector here so the cable can turn the corner safely.
- This kit includes all the screws and plastic connectors you need for assembly.
- The metal connectors hold the wooden beams together in the roof.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- I bought a connector to join two garden hoses.
- The pipe connector is loose and water is coming out.
- We used a plastic connector to fix the broken tube.
- The table legs are held by small metal connectors.
Pangngalan
B2
entity
3
person who links people
A person who knows many people and likes to introduce them so they can meet and work or be friends together.
Padron ng paggamit:
a [adjective] connector of [people/groups]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may confuse "connector" with "connection". A connection is the relationship; a connector is the person who creates that relationship between others.
Mga kasingkahulugan
networker (Focuses on building professional contacts, while "connector" highlights joining other people together.)
Mga kasalungat
loner (A loner avoids many social contacts, while a connector actively creates them for others.)
Mga kolokasyon
natural connector
|real connector
|great connector
|social connector
|community connector
|act as a connector
Mga tema
social
|business
|communication
|relationships
Mga Halimbawa
- She’s a natural connector who loves introducing people who might work well together.
- In our industry, being a good connector is just as important as having technical skills.
- He acted as a connector between the local community and the new company.
- Connectors often remember small details about people and use them to build strong relationships.
- The conference organizer turned out to be a powerful connector in the startup world.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- My boss is a connector and knows many people in the city.
- She is a connector who likes to help people meet each other.
- He is not shy; he is a connector in our office.
- Good connectors can help you find a new job.
Pangngalan
technical
B2
entity
4
word linking clauses or ideas
A word or short phrase, like "because" or "however", that joins two sentences or ideas and shows how they are related.
Padron ng paggamit:
a connector between [clauses/ideas]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes think connectors are only conjunctions like "and" or "but". In fact, many adverbs and phrases, such as "for example" or "as a result", also work as connectors in writing and speaking.
Mga kasingkahulugan
linking word (A common teaching term; very close in meaning but less technical-sounding than "connector".)
Mga kasalungat
full stop (A full stop separates sentences completely, while a connector joins ideas across sentences.)
Mga kolokasyon
sentence connector
|discourse connector
|logical connector
|use connectors
|connectors of contrast
|connectors of cause and effect
Mga tema
language
|education
|communication
Mga Halimbawa
- In this exercise, underline the connectors that show contrast.
- Words like "however" and "on the other hand" are discourse connectors.
- Using clear connectors makes your writing easier to follow.
- Learners often overuse basic connectors like "and" instead of more precise ones.
- The teacher asked us to add more connectors to improve the flow of our essay.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- Words like "because" and "so" are common connectors.
- Use a connector to join these two sentences.
- We learned connectors of time, like "before" and "after".
- Good connectors help the reader understand your text.
Pangngalan
technical
C1
entity
5
software linking two systems
A piece of software that lets two computer systems or apps talk to each other and share data.
Padron ng paggamit:
a connector between [systems/applications]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may confuse a "connector" with an "API". An API is an interface that a service offers; a connector is usually a specific piece of software that uses that API to link two systems.
Mga kasingkahulugan
adapter (In software, an adapter often changes one interface to another; a connector more generally provides a link between systems or services.)
Mga kasalungat
standalone application (A standalone application works by itself, while a connector exists mainly to link it with other systems.)
Mga kolokasyon
database connector
|API connector
|cloud connector
|JDBC connector
|install the connector
|third-party connector
Mga tema
computing
|technology
|business
Mga Halimbawa
- We installed a new database connector to sync customer records with the CRM system.
- This platform offers connectors for most major cloud storage services.
- The developer wrote a custom connector to integrate the website with the payment gateway.
- Before upgrading, check that your existing connectors are still compatible.
- Using a prebuilt connector is usually faster than coding the integration from scratch.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- The software has a connector for Google Drive.
- You need a database connector to move the data to this app.
- They built a connector to send orders to the warehouse system.
- This connector lets two programs share information.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
connector
IPA
GB/kənˈɛktɚ/
US/kənˈɛktɚ/
Mga pantig at diin
con - nect - or (3 pantig)
Stress on 2nd syllable (nect)
Mga anyo ng salita
Noun
- Base: connector
- Plural: connectors
Mga kaugnay na salita
Forms
connectors
noun
Core family
Related words
connectivity
noun
connective
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
Mga ekspresyon
API connector
1/ˈeɪ pˈi ˈaɪ kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
software link to an API
Software that connects your program to an online service through its API so they can share data.
Mga Halimbawa
- Their tool includes an API connector for most popular email services.
- You can create a custom API connector to reach your internal systems.
database connector
1/dˈætəbˌeɪs kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
software link to a database
Software that lets a program talk to a database to read or write data.
Mga Halimbawa
- The application failed to start because the database connector was not configured.
- We use a standard database connector to connect the web app to PostgreSQL.
discourse connector
1/dˈɪskɔɹs kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
connector linking larger text parts
A word or phrase, such as "on the other hand" or "as a result", that links bigger parts of speech or writing and helps the listener or reader follow the ideas.
Mga Halimbawa
- Using a variety of discourse connectors will improve the flow of your presentation.
- In academic writing, discourse connectors like "moreover" and "therefore" are very common.
electrical connector
1/ɪlˈɛktɹɪkəl kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
device for joining electrical parts
A small electrical part that joins two wires or devices so electricity or signals can move between them.
Mga Halimbawa
- This electrical connector can handle up to 10 amps of current.
- Always switch off the power before touching any electrical connector.
hose connector
1/hˈoʊz kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
device joining garden hoses
A small part that joins two hoses, or a hose and a tap, so water can flow between them.
Mga Halimbawa
- We bought a hose connector so we could reach the back of the garden.
- The plastic hose connector cracked in the sun and started to leak.
pipe connector
1/pˈaɪp kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
piece joining sections of pipe
A part used to join two pieces of pipe so water, gas, or another material can move through them.
Mga Halimbawa
- The plumber replaced the rusty pipe connector under the sink.
- Use a metal pipe connector here because the pressure is high.
power connector
1/pˈaʊɚ kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
connector that provides power
The electrical connector that carries power from a power source to a device.
Mga Halimbawa
- The graphics card uses an extra power connector from the power supply.
- Make sure the power connector is firmly attached before you start the machine.
sentence connector
1/sˈɛntəns kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
word linking sentences or clauses
A word or phrase, like "however" or "because", that joins two sentences or clauses and shows the relationship between them.
Mga Halimbawa
- Circle the sentence connector that best shows contrast in each pair of sentences.
- The teacher asked us to add a sentence connector to combine these two ideas.
social connector
1/sˈoʊʃəl kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
person who connects people socially
A person who likes to bring people together and help them meet and become friends or work partners.
Mga Halimbawa
- As a social connector, she often hosts events to bring people together.
- Every office needs at least one social connector to help new employees feel welcome.
USB connector
1/jˈu ˈɛs bˈi kənˈɛktɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
connector for USB ports
The plug at the end of a USB cable that you put into a USB port on a computer or other device.
Mga Halimbawa
- My laptop only has one USB connector on each side.
- Be careful not to force the USB connector into the port the wrong way.