socket
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Noun — A hollow opening designed to hold or receive a matching part, such as an electrical plug or a light bulb.
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman soket, a diminutive of Old French soc ("plowshare"), ultimately from a Celtic word meaning "pig's snout" — describing the pointed shape.
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What does “socket” mean?
The word “socket” means a hollow opening designed to hold or receive a matching part, such as an electrical plug or a light bulb. In plain terms, a hole or fitting that something else plugs or slots into, whether physical (electrical, anatomical) or in software (network connections).
How do you pronounce “socket”?
“Socket” is pronounced SO-kiht (/ˈsɑkɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “socket” in a sentence?
Here is “socket” used in a sentence: “Plug the lamp into the wall socket.”
What part of speech is “socket”?
“Socket” is a noun.
Where does the word “socket” come from?
The word “socket” comes from Old French. From Anglo-Norman soket, a diminutive of Old French soc ("plowshare"), ultimately from a Celtic word meaning "pig's snout" — describing the pointed shape.
Is “socket” a common word?
“Socket” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “socket” have?
“Socket” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hollow opening designed to hold or receive a matching part, such as an electrical plug or a light bulb.