faucets

plural of faucet
as in valves
a fixture for controlling the flow of a liquid don't forget to turn off the faucet

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of faucets The bathroom division with Laufen started in 2014 and includes ceramics, faucets and accessories. David Moin, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 The equivalent of promising your family a weekend away at an all-inclusive resort, and instead ending up at a dirty road-side motel with creaky beds and dripping faucets. Daren Smith, IndieWire, 24 June 2026 More damage from hard water may not be readily evident but is hidden in clogged water lines, steam irons, showerheads, faucets, and mineral deposits in coffee makers that affect the taste of coffee. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 Empty standing water at least once a week (birdbaths, pet bowls, plant saucers), fix dripping faucets and keep gutters clear. Sharon Wu, USA Today, 16 June 2026 Fix leaky faucets and remove sources of standing water. Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 10 June 2026 Start by applying the solution directly to the hard water stain on glass, tile, or faucets. Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2026 Nearby, a sleek white kitchen offers generous counter space and a central island fitted with an oversized sink and not one but two faucets. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 May 2026 Avoid plumbing, including sinks, baths and faucets. Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faucets
valves
Noun
  • The utility said around noon that crews are in the process of locating valves to get water pumping again, but repairs might take 12-16 hours.
    David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
  • Their hearts don’t squeeze or relax properly, or their valves on the left side of the heart have problems, causing a backup of blood that raises pressure in the lungs.
    Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 26 June 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Faucets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faucets. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on faucets

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster