electric outlet — noun receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices (Freq. 1) • Syn: ↑wall socket, ↑wall plug, ↑electrical outlet, ↑outlet, ↑electric receptacle • Hypernyms: ↑ … Useful english dictionary
electric receptacle — noun receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices • Syn: ↑wall socket, ↑wall plug, ↑electric outlet, ↑electrical outlet, ↑outlet • Hypernyms: ↑receptacle … Useful english dictionary
electric — e|lec|tric [ ı lektrık ] adjective ** 1. ) working by electricity: an electric motor/drill/razor/toothbrush houses without electric light a ) used for carrying electricity: an electric outlet/plug/cord b ) relating to electricity: an electric… … Usage of the words and phrases in modern English
outlet — Pukana, puka wai, makawai. ♦ Electric outlet, kumu ho opuka uila … English-Hawaiian dictionary
Electric vehicle battery — Further information: Rechargeable electricity storage system For the starting, lighting and ignition system battery of an automobile, see Automotive battery. A Mitsubishi i MiEV having its batteries installed in Japan … Wikipedia
outlet — noun 1 place that sells goods of a particular company/type ADJECTIVE ▪ specialist (BrE) ▪ high street (BrE), local ▪ major ▪ commercial, distribution … Collocations dictionary
Electric car — An electric car is a type of alternative fuel car that utilizes electric motors and motor controllers instead of an internal combustion engine (ICE). The electric power is usually derived from battery packs in the vehicle.In general terms an… … Wikipedia
Electric Fetus — The Electric Fetus is a record store with locations in Minneapolis, Duluth and St. Cloud in Minnesota. It was started in June 1968 by partners Dan Foley and Ron Korsh. Minnesota Public Radio said of the Electric Fetus that it is widely regarded… … Wikipedia
Electric fireplace — An electric fireplace is a fireplace powered by electricity rather than traditional fuel sources such as coal, wood, peat, or natural gas.Many enjoy electric fireplaces for budget, safety, and convenience concerns. No special preparation is… … Wikipedia
outlet — /owt let, lit/, n. 1. an opening or passage by which anything is let out; vent; exit. 2. Elect. a. a point on a wiring system at which current is taken to supply electric devices. b. Also called outlet box. the metal box or receptacle designed to … Universalium
