socket

Meanings

• noun

  A type of connection used to join two objects or systems, typically having a hollow cylindrical shape and a securing mechanism.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsɑkɪt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

jack

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with socket
docket , pocket , rocket

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Variants

List of all variants of socket that leads to same result
socket , sockets , socketed , socketing , socket wrench , socket wrenches , ball-and-socket joint , ball-and-socket joints , eye socket , eye sockets

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'socquet' meaning 'socket, cavity'.

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Trivia

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1. A socket wrench is a type of wrench that uses sockets to fit onto the heads of bolts and nuts.

2. The term 'socket' is derived from the Old French word 'socquet', which means 'little shoe' or 'cavity'.

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Related Concepts

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1. network socket: A type of socket used in computer networking to establish a connection between two devices.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'socket' is often used metaphorically to describe a place or connection where something fits or belongs. In art, sockets have been used in sculptures and installations to create interactive experiences.

How to Memorize "socket"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a round or cylindrical shape that can be inserted into another object or system to create a secure connection.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'socket' with the idea of a secure connection or fitting part.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'socket' as a 'secure connection' or 'place to plug in'.

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