turncock

[US]/ˈtɜːnkɒk/
[UK]/ˈtɜrnˌkɑk/

Translation

n.water supply valve; tap turner
Word Forms
Pluralturncocks

Phrases & Collocations

turncock valve

turncock handle

turncock operation

turncock installation

turncock adjustment

turncock maintenance

turncock mechanism

turncock system

turncock repair

turncock design

Example Sentences

the plumber asked me to locate the turncock before starting the repairs.

make sure to turn off the water at the turncock during the maintenance.

the turncock was rusted, making it difficult to operate.

he turned the turncock to stop the water flow.

it’s essential to know where the turncock is in case of an emergency.

the turncock needs to be replaced due to wear and tear.

after the leak, we had to check the turncock for any issues.

she easily found the turncock to fix the overflowing sink.

knowing how to operate the turncock can save you from water damage.

the old house had a turncock that was hard to turn.

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