wall socket

/wɔl ˌsɑkət/
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Definitions of wall socket
  1. noun
    receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices
    synonyms: electric outlet, electric receptacle, electrical outlet, outlet, wall plug
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    types:
    point, power point
    a wall socket
    type of:
    receptacle
    an electrical (or electronic) fitting that is connected to a source of power and equipped to receive an insert
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