as in valve
a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid don't forget to turn off the faucet

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Recent Examples of faucet Brass faucets, oak tables, lamps, and chairs from the old hotel were restored to reduce waste in the rebuild process. Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025 Some of her favorite pieces are the decorative pillows and the bathroom sink, which includes a tiny beaded drain stopper and earring studs as faucets. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 Cold water was running from the faucet. Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 15 Aug. 2025 Flush outdoor faucets, hoses and water features if used for cooking, cleaning or pets. Jake Allen, IndyStar, 13 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for faucet
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valve
Noun
  • In fact, my nine-year-old still uses it without the valve in a pinch.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Portable smart tire pressure monitors screw onto the valve stem and connect to your phone, offering real-time updates and alerts for slow leaks.
    Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025

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“Faucet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faucet. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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