Outlet

/ˈaʊtlɛt/ · noun

Meaning

A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something..

Definitions by Sense

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 socket connected to an electrical power supply, at which current can be taken to run electrical devices.

Example Sentences

Jamie found doing martial arts was a great outlet for her stress.

Song of the bleeding throat, / Death’s outlet song of life, (for well dear brother I know, / If thou wast not granted to sing thou would’st surely die.)

I had to move the cupboard to get to the power outlet.

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