as in pipe
a discharge faucet at which water may be drawn from a water main (as for fighting fires)
The work of the firefighters was made more difficult by the absence of hydrants in the neighborhood.
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Recent Examples of hydrant
Although hydrants aren't specifically mentioned in city ordinance, the Department of Public Works strongly encourages residents to clear hydrants near their property as well, so firefighters can still access them.
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Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 1 Dec. 2025
The serum blends powerful hydrants with pore-limiting ingredients for a gentle formula that helps deliver glass skin, even to those struggling with breakouts or uneven skin texture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Many hydrants failed to dispense water.
—Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
Following the media coverage, Davis said she's started smelling bleach or chlorine coming from her taps, yet the discoloration continues as the town flushes hydrants.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 6 Oct. 2025
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Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 1 Dec. 2025
The serum blends powerful hydrants with pore-limiting ingredients for a gentle formula that helps deliver glass skin, even to those struggling with breakouts or uneven skin texture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Many hydrants failed to dispense water.
—Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
Following the media coverage, Davis said she's started smelling bleach or chlorine coming from her taps, yet the discoloration continues as the town flushes hydrants.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrant
Noun
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One of these conditions involves any severe corrosion, dents, or cracks in the pipes.—
Molly McCrea,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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On Friday, Carpenter walked into Jackson’s building and entered his apartment, apparently high on meth and carrying a meth pipe, sources said.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Chiefs’ announcement has energized Missouri leaders around keeping the Royals.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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Drivers will no longer be able to travel straight through the corridor, though county leaders say local access will remain available for people who live or work in the area.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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After a turnover by the Kraken in the neutral zone back across the blue line, Carrick got the puck, skated into the left circle and beat Grubauer low on the blocker side.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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As South Florida continues to struggle with housing and traffic, a new Hialeah rental community is tackling both issues with garden-style apartments built near public transit lines.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Hydrant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrant. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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