faucet

noun

fau·​cet ˈfȯ-sət 

ˈfä-

: a fixture for drawing or regulating the flow of liquid especially from a pipe

Synonyms of faucet

• valve

Examples of faucet in a Sentence

don't forget to turn off the faucet

Recent Examples on the Web

Automatic models connect to a sink faucet via a quick-connect adapter and handle the wash cycle on their own. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2026

The program provides basic repair services for issues such as leaky faucets, light switches, or even just changing a light bulb. — Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Margot was talking a lot, but I was distracted by the faucet. — Téa Mutonji, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026

Faucets and Drains For water stains around faucets and drains, use the all-purpose apple cider vinegar cleaner to wipe them away. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, bung, faucet, from Middle French fausset bung, perhaps from fausser to damage, from Late Latin falsare to falsify, from Latin falsus false

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for faucet

• posset

Kids Definition

faucet

noun

fau·​cet ˈfȯ-sət 

ˈfäs-ət

: a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid (as from a pipe)