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outlet

/ˈaʊtlɛt/

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

Examples :

"The kitchen sink is a good outlet for excess water from the dishwasher. "
part structure utility

Related Words

Illustration something

something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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provided verb

/pɹəˈvaɪdɪd/

To make a living; earn money for necessities.

"It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage."

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appliances noun

/əˈplaɪənsɪz/

An implement, an instrument or apparatus designed (or at least used) as a means to a specific end (often specified), especially:

"Our kitchen is full of modern appliances like a refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher. "

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dishwasher noun

/ˈdɪʃˌwɒʃə/ /ˈdɪʃˌwɑʃɚ/

A machine for washing dishes.

"My mom uses the dishwasher to clean the dirty plates after dinner. "

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particular noun

/pəˈtɪkjələ/ /pəˈtɪkjəlɚ/

A small individual part of something larger; a detail, a point.

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

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utilization noun

/ˌjuːtɪləˈzeɪʃən/ /ˌjuːtəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

The act of using something.

"The efficient utilization of study time helped Sarah succeed in her exams. "

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manufacturer noun

/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃɚ(ɹ)ɚ/

One that manufactures

"The manufacturer of the school's new computers is a well-known technology company. "

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receptacle noun

/ɹɪˈsɛp.tə.kl̩/ /ɹi-/

A container.

"Please use American English grammar and spelling. Here's a sentence: "Please throw your used paper towels in the trash receptacle." "

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equipment noun

/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

The act of equipping, or the state of being equipped, as for a voyage or expedition.

"The camping equipment was essential for a successful weekend trip. "

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electrical noun

/ɪˈlɛktɹɪkəl/

An electrical engineer.

"My brother is a talented electrical. "

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connected verb

/kəˈnɛktɪd/

(of an object) To join (to another object): to attach, or to be intended to attach or capable of attaching, to another object.

"I think this piece connects to that piece over there."

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creative noun

/kɹiˈeɪtɪv/

A person directly involved in a creative marketing process.

"He is a visionary creative."