converted
Americanadjective
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noting a specified type of person who has been converted from the religion, beliefs, or attitudes characteristic of that type.
a converted Christian; a converted thief.
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noting anything, formerly of the type specified, that has been converted to something else.
His yacht is a converted destroyer escort.
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There is also an office space on this floor, which the listing notes could be converted into a fifth bedroom if needed.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
Beaton has faced criticism following the award of a late penalty, which was converted, in Celtic's 3-2 win at Motherwell on Wednesday.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Once absorbed, the vitamin is converted into molecules that help protect cells from oxidative damage and support other important biological functions.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
Three years after the globe-trotting flight, the solar-powered vessel was sold to Skydweller Aero, which converted the aircraft into a drone to carry out "controlled ditching," the company said in a press release issued Tuesday.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Barack, meanwhile, came home from Bali looking tanned and carrying a satchel stuffed with legal pads, having converted his isolation into a literary victory.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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