grounding receptacle

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grounding receptacle [′grau̇nd·iŋ ri‚sep·tə·kəl]

(electricity)

A receptacle which has an extra contact that accepts the third round or U-shaped prong of a grounding attachment plug and is connected internally to a supporting strap, providing a ground both through the outlet box and the grounding conductor, armor, or raceway of the wiring system.

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