faucet — A device that controls the flow of liquid from a pipe, especially water
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A device that controls the flow of liquid from a pipe, especially water
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːsɪt/
Example Sentences
- The vampire was confused by the garlic-flavored water coming from the faucet.
- He fixed the dripping faucet that had been keeping everyone awake at night.
- The gold-plated faucet in the luxury hotel bathroom cost more than my car.
faucet
NOUN[/ˈfɔːsɪt/]
A device that controls the flow of liquid from a pipe, especially water
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'faucet' or 'fausset', derived from Old French 'fausser' meaning 'to pierce' or 'to break', ultimately from Latin 'falsus' meaning 'false' or 'deceived'. The term originally referred to a stopper or spigot used to control flow.
Breakdown
faus- (from Old French fausser, to pierce) + -et (diminutive suffix) = faucet (small piercing device/tap)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The vampire was confused by the garlic-flavored water coming from the faucet.”
“He fixed the dripping faucet that had been keeping everyone awake at night.”
“The gold-plated faucet in the luxury hotel bathroom cost more than my car.”
“She installed a new faucet in the kitchen to match the modern design.”
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