Associations to the word «Outlet»

Wiktionary

OUTLET, noun. A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something.
OUTLET, noun. Something which allows for the release of one's desires.
OUTLET, noun. A river that runs out of a lake.
OUTLET, noun. A shop that sells the products of a particular manufacturer or supplier.
OUTLET, noun. A wall-mounted device such as a socket or receptacle connected to an electrical system at which current is taken to supply utilization equipment or appliances.

Dictionary definition

OUTLET, noun. A place of business for retailing goods.
OUTLET, noun. Receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices.
OUTLET, noun. An opening that permits escape or release; "he blocked the way out"; "the canyon had only one issue".
OUTLET, noun. Activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion; "she had no other outlet for her feelings"; "he gave vent to his anger".

Wise words

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Voltaire