outlet

/ˈaʊtlɛt/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: outlets

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Something which allows for the release of one's desires.

Noun

Examples

Jamie found doing martial arts was a great outlet for her stress.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “outlet” mean?

A vent or similar passage to allow the escape of something.

Is “outlet” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.