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Abstract

In a first aspect of the invention, a light set arrangement is provided. The light set arrangement includes a plurality of decorative lights and connectors, each decorative light and connector extending along a longitudinal axis. At least one electrical wire connects the plurality of decorative lights to each other. The arrangement also includes a plurality of retaining members wherein each retaining member retains the electrical wire connected to the decorative light and connector so that the longitudinal axis of each decorative light and connector is generally parallel to the electrical wire. In a second aspect, a light connector is provided including a light bulb holder adapted for holding a light bulb, and a socket body. The socket body has a longitudinal axis, an outer surface and an opening to receive the light bulb holder. The socket body has an interior region with opposing electrical contacts adapted to receive electrical wires and make an electrical connection between the electrical wires and a light bulb. At least one projection extends from the outer surface of the socket body in a direction generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the socket body. The projection has a distal end terminating in at least one clip. The clip has a rounded throat with rounded edges forming a space within which at least one electrical wire is adapted to be disposed and a lip associated with the throat, the lip having rounded edges and extending into the space. The lip is adapted to retain the electrical wire in place and to maintain the longitudinal axis of the socket body in a direction generally parallel to the electrical wire.

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First Claim