Socket
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British pronunciation/sˈɒkɪt/
American pronunciation/ˈsɑkət/

Definition & Meaning of "socket"

Socket
01

a place where we can plug in devices to connect them to the electricity

socket definition and meaning
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He plugged his laptop charger into the wall socket near the desk.
The new kitchen appliances needed several power sockets to operate.
02

receptacle where something (a pipe or probe or end of a bone) is inserted

03

a hollow part or cavity into which something fits, typically used to connect or hold objects in place

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The mechanic used a socket wrench to tighten the bolts on the car engine.
She inserted the USB cable into the socket of her laptop to charge it.
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