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faucet

noun

meaning in plain English

A handle and pipe you turn to start or stop water flowing in a sink or tub.

Picture a faucet like a thirsty dragon’s tongue, turning to pour water.

for example

She forgot to turn off the faucet and water spilled over the edge of the sink.

Imagine you’re washing dishes and the water keeps running even after you let go of the handle. That handle and pipe are the faucet—it’s what lets you control the water with your hands.

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