Lampholder

2-3-145

Alternative term: Socket

A device into which the cap of a lamp is inserted, for holding it in position and usually connecting it with the electric supply.

Note 1: In English, when the context is clear, the abbreviation Holder is commonly used.

Note 2: See Note: to 2-3-110.

Reference: C.I.E. (modified)

Please note that this is the term as it stands in the original IALA Dictionary edition (1970-1989)

English