spigot

noun

spig·​ot ˈspi-gət How to pronounce spigot (audio)
-kət
Synonyms of spigot
1
a
: spile sense 2
b
: the plug of a faucet or cock
c
: faucet
2
: something resembling a spigot especially in regulating availability or flow (as of money)

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Examples of spigot in a Sentence

the spigot on a beer keg Hook the hose up to the spigot behind the house.
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But if the spigot gets turned off, the whole dynamic will change. — Bailey Lipschultz, Fortune, 5 July 2026 This can also keep the end of the garden hose from getting stuck on the spigot. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 May 2026 Sweet is a critical cog who keeps the spigot flowing. — Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 11 June 2026 Leftover water will freeze, expand, and crack your rain barrel or spigot. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spigot

Word History

Etymology

Middle English

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of spigot was in the 14th century

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spignet
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spigot-and-faucet joint
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“Spigot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spigot. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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spigot

noun
spig·​ot ˈspig-ət How to pronounce spigot (audio)
ˈspik-ət
1
: a plug used to stop the vent in a barrel
2
: faucet

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