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noun
An appliance (typically a valve with a threaded outlet) allowing the provision of hose connections outside of buildings.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Synonyms: bibb, sillcock, spigot, spicket[regiolect]]ally>
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: cock
History
From bib + cock; thus ultimately traceable to the idea of drinking (e.g., water, wine, beer).
