receptacle | Definition of receptacle

Synonyms and Antonyms of receptacle

something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation

place all wrappers in the trash receptacles at the entrances of the theater

Synonyms of receptacle

container, holder, vessel

Words Related to receptacle

basket, bin, box, caddy, carton, case, casket, crate, handbasket, locker, trunk

bag, hamper, pocket, sack

basin, bottle, bowl, bucket, can, jar, jug, keg, kettle, kit, pack, pail, pitcher, pot, tub, vat