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power brick

American

[pou-er brik] / ˈpaʊ ər ˌbrɪk /

noun

Computers.

a small but heavy, rectangular AC to DC adapter that connects an electronic device, typically a laptop, to household current.

The laptop bag has a soft-lined mesh pocket and bulk storage for a power brick.

Etymology

Origin of power brick

First recorded in 1985–90

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power brick

The power brick is also worthy of a reasonable investment, the experts say.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026

Sometimes I end up with an orphaned power brick — perhaps I’ve tossed or lost the gadget.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 1, 2023

The safest bet is to buy a Lightning cable with a USB-C connector on the other end, to ensure that it will plug in to your next laptop or power brick.

From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2022

The Nexode is about a half-pound heavier than an official Apple 96W USB-C power brick.

From The Verge ● May 18, 2022

The S21 FE doesn’t support fast charging over a computer’s USB port, so if you want the best speeds and don’t have a compatible power brick on hand you’ll need to buy one.

From The Verge ● Jan. 13, 2022

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