Definition

Noun: 1. An electrical outlet; a socket mounted on a wall: A device that provides a point in an electrical wiring system where a plug can be inserted to connect an appliance or device to a power supply.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • I need to charge my phone, but I can't find a free wall plug near the desk.
  • The vacuum cleaner's cord isn't long enough to reach the wall plug in the hallway.
  • Before traveling, check if you need an adapter for the wall plugs in that country.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Formal Context: In technical specifications or formal writing, "wall plug" may be referred to more precisely as an "AC power outlet," "electrical receptacle," or "socket."
  • The device draws 5 amps from the standard 120V wall plug.

Variants and Related Words

• Outlet: A more common general synonym for "wall plug."
• Socket: Often used interchangeably with "wall plug," especially in British English.
• Receptacle: The formal technical term for the device.
• Power point: A common term in some English-speaking regions (e.g., Australia).

Synonyms

• Electrical outlet
• Socket
• Outlet
• Power outlet

Related Phrases

• Wall socket: A phrase identical in meaning to "wall plug."
  • Make sure the wall socket is switched on.

Noun

1. receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices