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The definition of an outlet is a passage for escape of something or feelings, the place where one body of a water flows into another or a store that sells the items of a particular manufacturer, often at a discount.

(noun)

An example of an outlet is a journal
An example of an outlet is a stream flowing out from a lake.
An example of an outlet is a Coach store.

See outlet in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a passage or vent for letting something out
a means of expression: an outlet for the emotions
a stream, river, etc. that flows out from a lake
1. a market for goods
2. a store, agency, etc. that sells the goods of a specific manufacturer or wholesaler
3. a retail store that sells defective, damaged, or surplus merchandise at a discount
  in full outlet store
☆ any point in an electrical circuit where a plug can be inserted to connect with a power supply
an end of a street, alley, etc. that opens onto another street, etc.

See outlet in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. A passage for escape or exit; a vent.
b. A means of release or gratification, as for energies, drives, or desires: exercised as an outlet for frustration.
a. A stream that flows out of a lake or pond.
b. The mouth of a river where it flows into a larger body of water.
c. The point of intersection of a driveway and a road, especially in a rural area.
a. A commercial market for goods or services.
b. A store that sells the goods of a particular manufacturer or wholesaler.
A receptacle, especially one mounted in a wall, that is connected to a power supply and equipped with a socket for a plug.