A1 noun Neutre #2,538 le plus courant

outlet

/ˈaʊt.let/

A place or opening through which something, such as liquid or energy, can go out. It also refers to a store that sells products from a specific brand or a point in a wall where you can plug in electrical devices.

Exemples

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1

I am looking for an electrical outlet to charge my laptop.

I am looking for an electrical outlet to charge my laptop.

2

The manufacturer has authorized a new retail outlet in the city center.

The manufacturer has authorized a new retail outlet in the city center.

3

He uses playing the guitar as a creative outlet after a long day.

He uses playing the guitar as a creative outlet after a long day.

Famille de mots

Nom
outlet
Apparenté
inlet
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Out + Let'—it 'lets' things 'out,' like electricity out of a wall or stress out of your mind.

Quiz rapide

Writing poetry is a great ______ for her feelings.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : outlet

Exemples

1

I am looking for an electrical outlet to charge my laptop.

everyday

I am looking for an electrical outlet to charge my laptop.

2

The manufacturer has authorized a new retail outlet in the city center.

formal

The manufacturer has authorized a new retail outlet in the city center.

3

He uses playing the guitar as a creative outlet after a long day.

informal

He uses playing the guitar as a creative outlet after a long day.

4

The geological survey identified the primary outlet for the underground spring.

academic

The geological survey identified the primary outlet for the underground spring.

5

We are planning to clear our inventory through our factory outlet stores.

business

We are planning to clear our inventory through our factory outlet stores.

Famille de mots

Nom
outlet
Apparenté
inlet

Collocations courantes

electrical outlet electrical outlet
creative outlet creative outlet
factory outlet factory outlet
retail outlet retail outlet
media outlet media outlet

Phrases Courantes

outlet for emotions

outlet for emotions

wall outlet

wall outlet

outlet mall

outlet mall

Souvent confondu avec

outlet vs plug

A plug is the part at the end of a wire that you put into the outlet on the wall.

outlet vs inlet

An inlet is a place where something enters, while an outlet is where it exits.

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Notes d'usage

In American English, 'outlet' is the standard term for the power point in a wall. In the context of shopping, it specifically refers to stores that sell discounted goods directly from the manufacturer.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often call the hole in the wall a 'plug'. Remember: you put the plug INTO the outlet.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Out + Let'—it 'lets' things 'out,' like electricity out of a wall or stress out of your mind.

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Origine du mot

Derived from Middle English 'utlete,' meaning a way out or a place for something to flow out.

Modèles grammaticaux

countable noun plural: outlets
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Contexte culturel

In the United States and Europe, 'outlet malls' are large shopping centers where many brands sell items at a lower price than standard retail stores.

Quiz rapide

Writing poetry is a great ______ for her feelings.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : outlet

Mots lis

obgenly

C1

Describing qualities or characteristics that are intrinsic, fundamental, or naturally occurring within a specific category, class, or genus. It suggests that a trait is not acquired through external influence but is a core component of the entity's classification.

bilabancy

C1

To alternate or waver between two specific choices, conditions, or states in a rhythmic or repetitive manner. It describes both the physical movement of shifting weight and the mental process of indecision between two poles.

homomemy

C1

Describing a state of identical or near-perfect replication of a conceptual or structural unit within a system. It is used to characterize patterns where a 'meme' or fundamental component remains unchanged across various iterations or transmissions.

synformile

C1

A synformile is a specialized structural unit or component designed to precisely match or align with a corresponding external template or matrix. In technical contexts, it refers to an element that maintains spatial consistency and structural parity within a larger system.

antesophtion

C1

Describing a state, concept, or period existing before the attainment of philosophical wisdom or intellectual sophistication. It refers to rudimentary or naive perspectives that have not yet been refined by deep critical thought or scholarly maturity.

contrafidable

C1

To formally challenge or invalidate a statement or agreement by presenting evidence that contradicts a previously established position of trust. It is used primarily in legal or high-stakes contexts when one party acts against a confidential understanding.

autotegious

C1

To provide oneself with a protective covering or to self-shield against external environmental factors. It typically describes the action of an organism or system creating its own defensive layer or housing without outside assistance.

monoonymism

C1

The practice or state of being known by a single name (a mononym) rather than a multi-part name including a surname. This phenomenon is frequently observed in historical records, the arts, and specific cultural naming conventions.

proscribhood

C1

Relating to the state or quality of being officially forbidden, denounced, or legally excluded from society. It describes an entity, person, or practice that exists under a formal ban or a condition of social ostracism.

supercuracy

C1

A level of precision that exceeds standard or expected limits, often used in technical, scientific, or computational contexts to describe near-perfect accuracy. It signifies the achievement of performance that is significantly higher than conventional benchmarks, particularly in data processing or high-end instrumentation.

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