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Term: Wall Plate

Description:

A wall plate is a flat, rectangular, or circular surface installed on a wall to cover and protect electrical wiring or plumbing connections. This device is used to provide a secure and aesthetic finish to the installation.

Senses:

Sense 1: In electrical installations, a wall plate is a cover attached to an electrical outlet or light switch to conceal the inner mechanisms and provide a neat appearance.

Sense 2: In plumbing, a wall plate is a decorative cover used to hide and protect the connections between pipes and the wall.

Usages:

Usage 1: Our wide range of wall plates offers various designs and finishes to match any interior decor.

Usage 2: To install the light switch, first, remove the old wall plate and disconnect the wires carefully.

Usage 3: The plumber connected the pipes to the wall, covered the joints with a wall plate, and then painted it to blend with the room color.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

1. She replaced the old, cracked wall plate with a shiny new one.
2. Make sure to turn off the power before installing or removing a wall plate.
3. I couldn't find a suitable wall plate to match the room's aesthetic.

Sense 2:

1. The plumber used a wall plate to cover the exposed pipe connections in the bathroom.
2. The wall plate in the kitchen had to be moved to access the leaking pipe.
3. We painted the wall plate in a vibrant color to add a pop of brightness to the room.

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