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receptacle

/ɹɪˈsɛptəkəl/ noun C2
  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 condensed rachis of a capitate or umbellate inflorescence at the end of the peduncle, to which all of the florets or pedicels are attached.
  4. A structure at the end of a branch of an alga containing conceptacles (reproductive organs).
  5. An organ that receives and holds a secretion.
  6. 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. (US)

Plural receptacles

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