Receptacle — synonyms, definition

1. receptacle (Noun)

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receptacle (Noun) — A container that is used to put or keep things in.

receptacle (Noun) — Enlarged tip of a stem that bears the floral parts.

receptacle (Noun) — An electrical (or electronic) fitting that is connected to a source of power and equipped to receive an insert.

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