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hydrant
noun hy·drant \ˈhī-drənt\
Definition of HYDRANT
1
: a discharge pipe with a valve and spout at which water may be drawn from a water main (as for fighting fires) —called also fireplug
2
: faucet
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First Known Use of HYDRANT
1806
HYDRANT Defined for Kids
hydrant
noun hy·drant \ˈhī-drənt\
Definition of HYDRANT for Kids
: a pipe with a spout through which water may be drawn <a fire hydrant>
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