Definition of faucetnext
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 To prevent pipes from freezing, wrap or drain them, or allow faucets to drip slowly. Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 2 Feb. 2026 Many have outdoor soaking tubs with hot and cold handles, and then a special faucet that delivers water directly from the hot springs for an ultra-private soak. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026 Inside your home, drip one or two faucets to keep the water flowing. Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 31 Jan. 2026 It's also suggested to leave cabinet doors open, allowing air from the home heater to warm the faucets. Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for faucet
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valve
Noun
  • One study found that valve replacement surgery was less risky for patients when it was performed in the afternoon, for example.
    Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Two roaches hung out in a gas valve to the cookline wok station.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026

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“Faucet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faucet. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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