Definition of "socket" in English

noun

1. Any of various concave objects (or portions of larger objects) that envelop a counterpart object.

2. (computing) One endpoint of a two-way communication link, used for interprocess communication across a network.

3. (computing) One endpoint of a two-way named pipe on Unix and Unix-like systems, used for interprocess communication.

4. A steel apparatus attached to a saddle to protect the thighs and legs.

verb

1. To place or fit in a socket.