outlet

English
An electrical outlet (Japanese).

Etymology

out +‎ let.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈaʊtlɛt/, /ˈaʊtlɪt/
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Noun

outlet (plural outlets)

  1. A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something.
  2. Something which allows for the release of one's desires.
  3. A river that runs out of a lake.
  4. A shop that sells the products of a particular manufacturer or supplier.
  5. A wall-mounted device such as a socket or receptacle connected to an electrical system at which current is taken to supply utilization equipment or appliances.

Derived terms

Translations
wall socket — see wall socket

Anagrams

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Etymology

English

Noun

outlet m (plural outlets)

  1. An outlet store
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