Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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regulator | Yes | No | No | No |
spigot | Yes | No | No | No |
regulator (noun) | spigot (noun) |
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any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. | a regulator for controlling the flow of a liquid from a reservoir |
a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) | a plug for a bunghole in a cask |
an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest |