socket

n. hollow part, cavity; opening into which the end of a light bulb is inserted; concave part that receives another part (Anatomy); wall socket; device which transfers input and output on a network (Computers)

Socket can refer to: In electronics and electricity:Electrical outlet, an electrical device connected to a power source onto which another device can be plugged or screwed inAntenna socketJack (connector)CPU socket, a physical and electrical specification of how to connect a CPU to a motherboardIn mechanics:Socket wrench, a type of wrench that uses separate, removable sockets to fit different sizes of nuts and boltsSocket head screw, a screw (or bolt) with a cylindrical head containing a socket into which the hexagonal ends of an Allan wrench will fit.Socket termination for the ends of wire rope.
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Socket /sock·et/ a hollow into which a corresponding part fits. dry socket a condition sometimes occurring after tooth extraction, with exposure [more]Socket - Community and Resources

Noun
1. a bony hollow into which a structure fits
(hypernym) cavity, bodily cavity, cavum
(hyponym) hip socket
(part-holonym) bone, os
2. receptacle where something (a pipe or probe or end of a bone) is inserted
(hypernym) receptacle
(part-holonym) box wrench, box end wrench
3. a receptacle into which an electric device can be inserted
(hypernym) receptacle
(hyponym) electric socket

n. socket, hollow part, cavity