What does it mean when electrical outlet gets hot?

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A Loose connection will start to heat up an outlet by causing electricity to travel through an air gap or a smaller strand of wiring. When wiring loosens the electrical connection to the outlet will rely on fewer strands of wiring. This causes your outlet to get hot and increases the chance of a fire.
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