socket

Vocabulary Word

Definition

While 'socket' can literally refer to the place where a plug fits into a wall, it can also mean the endpoint in a network connection where information is sent and received.

Examples in Different Contexts

In architecture, a 'socket' might refer to a recess or space for fitting something. An architect could say, 'The statue will be firmly placed within its allocated socket for maximum stability.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

This new protocol we're developing requires a dedicated connection in the network. Can you assist with that?

Response:

Absolutely, I'll develop a socket for data transmission between our new protocol and the network.

Academics

Scenario:

Remember, the shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint. Could you explain how this type of joint functions?

Response:

Sure, in a ball-and-socket joint, the ball-shaped surface of one bone fits into the socket of another bone. This structure allows for a lot of freedom in movement, like at our hip or shoulder joints.