outlet

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out·let | \ ˈau̇t-ˌlet

, -lət \

Definition of outlet

1a : 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

3a : a market for a commodity

b : an agency (such as a store) through which a product is marketed retail outlets

4 : a receptacle for the plug of an electrical device

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

Recent Examples on the Web On Tuesday morning, Axios reported that Florida Representative Matt Gaetz was thinking about leaving Congress for a conservative media gig, perhaps at Newsmax or another friendly outlet. — Matt Ford, The New Republic, "Matt Gaetz’s Trumpian Defense Against Allegations of Sex Trafficking," 31 Mar. 2021 So all these moves by ex-leaders into podcasting, publishing, movies, and TV could be a celebrity twist on the idea of the Encore Career, a necessary outlet for people long defined by their restless drive. — BostonGlobe.com, "The new career trajectory of the powerful: president one day, podcaster the next," 25 Mar. 2021 Many say this altered the media landscape for good as Twitter emerged as a new outlet for the near-instantaneous sharing of breaking news. — Catherine Thorbecke, ABC News, "Twitter turns 15: A look back at how the platform changed our lives," 21 Mar. 2021 Besides, with only 23 remaining locations, Kmart is no longer a profitable and dependable outlet for suppliers. — Michael Lisicky, Forbes, "Kmart Has Kept The Lights On At A Manhattan Landmark For 25 Years," 9 Mar. 2021 In December, Smartmatic also threatened legal action in letters to Newsmax and another far-right outlet, One America News. — Anthony Man, sun-sentinel.com, "Dominion lawsuit against MyPillow guy describes Newsmax priorities as ‘groveling fealty to big sponsors over regard for the truth’," 22 Feb. 2021 But Blaxploitation flourished and proved a valuable new outlet for Black voices. — Chris Nashawaty, EW.com, "The birth of Blaxploitation: How Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasss Song sparked a genre," 19 Feb. 2021 Hooking up with NFL Alumni provides a fertile outlet for these stories, with more in the works. — Barry Wilner, Star Tribune, "NFL alumni group updates its playbook to address money game," 13 Feb. 2021 Fairchild hopes that Boo-Kay NYC will continue to provide a source of income — and a creative outlet — for its workers even after theaters reopen. — New York Times, "The T List: Valentine’s Day Gift Guide, Part II," 11 Feb. 2021

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“Outlet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outlet. Accessed 14 Apr. 2021.

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outlet

noun

English Language Learners Definition of outlet

: something that people use to express their emotions or talents

: a store that sells products made usually by one company and often at reduced prices

: a television, radio, or publishing company

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outlet

noun

out·let | \ ˈau̇t-ˌlet

Kids Definition of outlet

1 : a place or opening for letting something out The lake has several outlets.

2 : a way of releasing or expressing a feeling or impulse I needed an outlet for my anger.

3 : a device (as in a wall) into which the prongs of an electrical plug are inserted for making connection with an electrical circuit

outlet

noun

out·let | \ ˈau̇t-ˌlet, -lət

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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