Meaning Of The Word Socket

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socket
countable noun: A socket is a device on a piece of electrical equipment into which you can put a bulb or plug.
countable noun: A socket is a device or point in a wall where you can connect electrical equipment to the power supply.

socket in American English
a hollow piece or part into which something fits
noun: a hollow part or piece for receiving and holding some part or thing
transitive verb: to place in or fit with a socket

socket in British English
noun: a device into which an electric plug can be inserted in order to make a connection in a circuit
verb: to furnish with or place into a socket

socket in Electrical Engineering
noun: A socket is a device into which an electric plug can be inserted in order to make a connection in a circuit.

socket in Mechanical Engineering
noun: A socket is a part with an opening or hollow into which some other part can be fitted.

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