as in container
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
place all wrappers in the trash receptacles at the entrances of the theater
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Recent Examples of receptacle
This trash collection is not just for city residents living in single-family homes or properties of four units or less but includes emptying trash receptacles on city streets, parks, recreation centers, etc.
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025
Residents access the tubes by way of receptacles designated for garbage and recycling, each programmed to automatically release their contents when full.
—Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
But there are other forces opposed to that new alignment, which, as receptacle of a new global trade route, would maximally empower Turkey’s throw-weight into the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Sections of Guadalupe River State Park are also expected to suffer damage, including picnic tables, trash receptacles, and equipment located in low-lying areas.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025
Residents access the tubes by way of receptacles designated for garbage and recycling, each programmed to automatically release their contents when full.
—Arkansas Online, 15 June 2025
But there are other forces opposed to that new alignment, which, as receptacle of a new global trade route, would maximally empower Turkey’s throw-weight into the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Sections of Guadalupe River State Park are also expected to suffer damage, including picnic tables, trash receptacles, and equipment located in low-lying areas.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for receptacle
container
Noun
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The food containers are all decorated with whimsical illustrations, and the bag even features a crossword puzzle with McDonaldland trivia.—
Erin Clements,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In a blender container combine ice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lime juice.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Receptacle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/receptacle. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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