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sockets

Pronunciation: [ˈsɑkɪts]

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Learn how to use sockets in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(noun) sockets are places where you can plug in electrical devices to get power. They are usually found in walls or power strips and allow you to connect things like lamps and chargers.

Example

I plugged my phone charger into the socket near my bed.

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There are no available sockets in this room for my laptop.

Example

Can you show me where the closest socket is in this room?

Context: “tools”

(noun) sockets are tools used with a ratchet tool to turn nuts and bolts. They fit over the head of a bolt or nut and help you tighten or loosen them.

Example

He used a socket to tighten the screws on his bike.

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She realized she didn't have the correct socket size for the job.

Example

Which socket do I need to fix this car part?

Context: “networking”

(noun) sockets are used in computer communications to connect different devices over networks. They help computers send and receive information from each other.

Example

The program created a socket to connect to the internet.

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Without a socket, the computer couldn't communicate with the server.

Example

How does this app use sockets to connect to other devices?

How to pronounce sockets

Pronunciation: [ˈsɑkɪts]

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