noun
stopcock
Stopcock (noun) means a valve, tap or faucet which regulates the flow of liquid or gas through a pipe.
noun
1
A valve, tap or faucet which regulates the flow of liquid or gas through a pipe.
2
A main shutoff for water to a home from a municipal supply. Usually these valves exist in pairs, one outside the property boundary and one inside the property boundary.
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Etymology
From stop + cock.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of stopcock?
"stopcock" (noun) means a valve, tap or faucet which regulates the flow of liquid or gas through a pipe.
What are the different meanings of stopcock?
"stopcock" has 2 main meanings: 1. A valve, tap or faucet which regulates the flow of liquid or gas through a pipe; 2. A main shutoff for water to a home from a municipal supply. Usually these valves exist in pairs, one outside the property boundary and one inside the property boundary.