turncock
turncock · turncocks
A tap or faucet that regulates the flow of a fluidA tap or faucet that regulates the flow of a fluid.
Meaning
2 sensesA tap or faucet that regulates the flow of a fluid.
faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid
A person employed to turn on the water for the mains, to regulate the fireplugs, etc. for a water company.
one employed to control water supply by turning water mains on and off
Origin
From turn + cock.From turn + cock.
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