About The Word Stopcock
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Stopcock
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What's The Definition Of Stopcock?
[n] faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid
Synonyms | Synonyms for Stopcock: cock | turncock Related Terms | Find terms related to Stopcock: See Also | faucet Stopcock In Webster's Dictionary \Stop"cock`\, n.
1. A bib, faucet, or short pipe, fitted with a turning
stopper or plug for permitting or restraining the flow of
a liquid or gas; a cock or valve for checking or
regulating the flow of water, gas, etc., through or from a
pipe, etc.
2. The turning plug, stopper, or spigot of a faucet. [R.]
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