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Male Connector (The Plug): This component features exposed, protruding pins or blades designed to be inserted into another fixture. It is typically attached to the power cord of an appliance or piece of machinery. [1, 2, 3]
Female Connector (The Socket or Receptacle): This component contains recessed slots, openings, or holes meant to safely receive and hold the male pins. The live power source is almost always housed within the female socket to prevent accidental contact with exposed electrical current.