NYT Dictionary

PETCOCK

/ˈpɛtkɒk/
NounPET-cockpet-cock · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2023

Meaning

A small valve, spout, or faucet operated by hand, usually used to release pressure or drain fluid.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Apparently from pet + cock, because of its size.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2023.

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