PETCOCK

petcock

(noun) regulator consisting of a small cock or faucet or valve for letting out air or releasing compression or draining

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

petcock (plural petcocks)

A small valve, spout, or faucet operated by hand, usually used to release pressure or drain fluid. [from 19th c.]

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

30 May 2025

FOREHAND

(noun) (sports) a return made with the palm of the hand facing the direction of the stroke (as in tennis or badminton or squash)


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