1. a container used to hold something
2. an electrical outlet or socket
Usage: technical
3. the enlarged end of a flower stalk that bears the floral organs
Usage: botany

Examples

• She placed the flowers in a glass receptacle on the table.
• The trash receptacle was overflowing with garbage.
• Please plug the lamp into the wall receptacle.
• The electrical receptacle needs to be replaced by an electrician.
• The botanist examined the receptacle of the daisy under a microscope.
• Each receptacle can hold up to two gallons of water.
• The recycling receptacle is located near the entrance.