petcockとは 意味・読み方・使い方

語源

Apparently from pet +‎ cock, because of its size.

発音

• (英国発音) IPA^(key): /ˈpɛtkɒk/

名詞

petcock (複数形 petcocks)

1. A small valve, spout, or faucet operated by hand, usually used to release pressure or drain fluid. [from 19th c.]
   • 1929, Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms, Folio Society 2008, p. 297:

     The doctor placed the rubber mask over her face and turned a dial and I watched Catherine breathing deeply and rapidly. Then she pushed the mask away. The doctor shut off the petcock.

   • 2010, International Fire Service Training Association, Essesntials of Fire Fighting and Fire Department Operations, 5th Edition, p. 780:

     The shutoff valve (petcock) is usually located on the gas pipe on the supply side of the meter.

上位語

• cock

等位語

• bibcock, seacock, sillcock, stopcock