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Why is an electrical outlet called an outlet when you plug things into it? Shouldn’t it be called an inlet?

Why is an electrical outlet called an outlet when you plug things into it? Shouldn’t it be called an inlet?
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Why is an electrical outlet called an outlet when you plug things into it? Shouldn’t it be called an inlet?

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Answer: Because that LETS the electrical power OUT

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