receptacle
Translation
receptacle, container, socket
Examples
Throw the trash in the proper receptacle.
Throw the rubbish in the proper receptacle.
Plug the cord into the wall receptacle.
Plug the cord into the wall socket.
Grammar Patterns
((a receptacle for sth.)) a container for something A bin is a receptacle for rubbish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: container, holder, vessel, outlet, socket
Etymology
From Latin 'receptaculum' (a place to store things), from 'recipere' (to receive). It breaks down to 're-' (back) + 'capere' (to take).
Memory Tips
A 'receptacle' is something that 'receives' things, like a bin receives rubbish or a socket receives a plug.