Definition of "outlet" in English

noun

1. A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something.

2. Something which allows for the release of one's desires.

   • Jamie found doing martial arts was a great outlet for her stress.

3. A river that runs out of a lake.

4. A shop that sells the products of a particular manufacturer or supplier.

5. A wall-mounted socket connected to an electrical power supply, at which current can be taken to run electrical devices.

   • I had to move the cupboard to get to the power outlet.