receptacle

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /rɪˈsɛp.tə.kl̩/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /rəˈsɛp.tə.k(ə)l/ or /ri-/

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• Hyphenation: re‧cep‧ta‧cle

Noun

Singular receptacle

Plural receptacles

1. (countable) A receptacle is a container.
2. (countable) (botany) A receptacle is the part of the flower stalk to which the floral parts are attached..
3. (countable) (zoology) A 'receptacle is an organ that receives and holds a secretion.
4. (countable) (electricity) (US): A receptacle is an electrical socket for the connection of a plug (typically by receiving the plug's prongs) to supply portable appliances or equipment.