power brick

[ pou-er brik ]

noun

, Computers.

1. 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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of power brick¹

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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

From Seattle Times

Right now, you can buy the “starlight” model at Amazon and B&H Photo with 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, an eight-core CPU, and a 30W power brick for $1,099.

From The Verge

However, it does charge very, very fast with the included 300W power brick.

From The Verge

The TS4 uses a large external power brick to provide juice for a laptop and many accessories.

From The Verge

At $169, it's a fair bit cheaper than Hyper's version — but it will have to be attached to a massive power brick, and it can only manage 60W of charging.

From The Verge