Outlet
(noun)
- A means of release or expression for something, such as emotions or energy.
- A point or place through which something, such as water or electricity, can escape or be released.
- A business that sells goods to the public, typically at a reduced price.
Origin:
The word "outlet" comes from the verb "outlet" which means "to let out" or "to release". it was first used in english in the early 1700s.
Examples:
- The park provided an outlet for children to play and burn off energy.
- The outlet for the water was blocked, causing the pipe to burst.
- The outlet mall offered discounts on designer clothes and accessories.
- The outlet store carried overstock and discontinued items at discounted prices.
- The outlet provided a way for the company to sell its products directly to the consumer.