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valve

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of valve

a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid
  • a hot water valve
Synonyms of valve

cock, faucet, gate, spigot, stopcock, tap
Words Related to valve

hydrant, spout

petcock

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