Phrase guide
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noun
A valve or tap for the drainage of accumulated fluid (saliva) from musical instruments such as trombones or trumpets.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: spit valve
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noun
Any of several kinds of key (wrench) used to open and close water valves of certain kinds.
A rod used to open and close a buried quarter-turn water valve, as in a water main.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: curb key
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: key, tool
noun
Any of several kinds of key (wrench) used to open and close water valves of certain kinds.
A sillcock key.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
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