receptacles

/R IH0 S EH1 P T IH0 K AH0 L Z/

noun

1
A container.
2
The part of the flower stalk (peduncle or pedicel) to which the floral parts are attached; a thalamus, a torus.
3
A structure at the end of a branch of an alga containing conceptacles (reproductive organs).
4
An organ that receives and holds a secretion.
5
A contact device installed at an outlet for the connection of an attachment plug (typically by receiving the plug's prongs) to supply portable appliances or equipment.

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