receptacle
0 antonyms and opposites of receptacle, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A container designed to hold something.
How to use receptacle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin receptaculum ("container, place of storage"), from recipere ("to receive").
Full origin of receptacle →Frequently asked questions
What does “receptacle” mean?
The word “receptacle” means a container designed to hold something. In plain terms, something built to hold or receive things — from a trash can to an electrical outlet to a flower part.
How do you pronounce “receptacle”?
“Receptacle” is pronounced rih-SEHP-tuh-kl (/ɹəˈsɛp.tə.k(ə)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “receptacle” in a sentence?
Here is “receptacle” used in a sentence: “Please put your trash in the receptacle by the door.”
What is another word for “receptacle”?
Words with a similar meaning to “receptacle” include thalamus, torus and socket.
What part of speech is “receptacle”?
“Receptacle” is a noun.
Where does the word “receptacle” come from?
The word “receptacle” comes from Latin. From Latin receptaculum ("container, place of storage"), from recipere ("to receive").
How many meanings does “receptacle” have?
“Receptacle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a container designed to hold something.