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Hydrant

Noun CEFR B1
ˈhaɪdɹənt

Definitions

An outlet from a liquid/fluid main often consisting of an upright pipe with a valve attached from which fluid (e.g. water or fuel) can be tapped.

Equivalents

Españolhidrante
Françaishydrant
Portuguêshidrante
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Examples

“A horde of dirty children play⟳ about the dripping hydrant, the only thing in the alley that thinks enough of its chance to make⟳ the most of it: it is the best it can do.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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