1. a hollow part or piece for receiving and holding something
2. an electrical outlet or connector into which a plug is inserted
3. a hollow part in the body where a bone fits
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The light bulb screws into the socket.
• She plugged the lamp into the wall socket.
• The wrench fits perfectly in the socket.
• His shoulder was dislocated from its socket.
• The electrical socket needs to be replaced.
• The mechanic used a socket wrench to remove the bolt.
• The eye socket was examined by the doctor.