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Socket
01
a place where we can plug in devices to connect them to the electricity
Dialect
British
British
Examples
He plugged his laptop charger into the wall socket near the desk.
02
a hollow or recessed part that receives or holds the end of a bone, tooth, or similar structure
Examples
The humerus fits snugly into the shoulder socket.
03
a hollow part or cavity into which something fits, typically used to connect or hold objects in place
Examples
The mechanic used a socket wrench to tighten the bolts on the car engine.
