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Robinet

Rob′i-net

,
Noun.
1.
(Zool.)
(a)
The chaffinch; – called also
roberd
.
(b)
The European robin.
2.
A military engine formerly used for throwing darts and stones.

Definition 2024

robinet

robinet

English

Noun

robinet ‎(plural robinets)

  1. The chaffinch, or roberd.
  2. The European robin.
  3. A military engine formerly used for throwing darts and stones.

French

Etymology

Diminutive form of robin ‘sheep’ (because early taps were often in the shape of a sheep's-head).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ʁɔbinɛ/

Noun

robinet m ‎(plural robinets)

  1. tap (UK), faucet (US)

Derived terms

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Romanian

Etymology

From French robinet.

Noun

robinet n ‎(plural robinete)

  1. faucet

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