outlet
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out·let

noun \ˈat-ˌlet, -lət\

Definition of OUTLET

1
a : a place or opening through which something is let out : exit, vent
b : a means of release or satisfaction for an emotion or impulse <sexual outlets>
c : a medium of expression or publication
d : a publication or broadcast organization <media outlets>
2
: a stream flowing out of a lake or pond
3
a : a market for a commodity
b : an agency (as a store) through which a product is marketed <retail outlets>
4
: a receptacle for the plug of an electrical device

Examples of OUTLET

  1. <this road is the only outlet for traffic coming from the racetrack>
  2. <technology has provided many new outlets for amateur writers and artists to share their work with a global audience>

Origin of OUTLET

Middle English ut-lete, from ut out + -lete watercourse, from Old English gelǣt, from ̄tan to let
First Known Use: 13th century

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Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite

out·let

noun \ˈat-ˌlet, -lət\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of OUTLET

1
: an opening or a place through which something is let out <the pelvic outlet>
2
: a means of release or satisfaction for an emotion or impulse <counseling provides an outlet for expressing and evaluating their feelings—Vicki Glaser>

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