If “plug” and “socket” work just fine, do we really need to keep assigning genders to electrical cords and garden hoses?

Some industries are moving away from “male” and “female” connectors.

https://theconversation.com/male-and-female-plugs-and-connectors-gendered-language-for-the-ends-of-garden-hoses-electrical-cords-and-pipe-fittings-sparks-debate-270142