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grounding receptacle 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. |