ballcocks

[US]/ˈbɔːl.kɒks/
[UK]/ˈbɑːl.kɑks/

Translation

n.A valve that controls the flow of water into a tank, commonly used in toilets; plural of ballcock.

Example Sentences

the plumber replaced the faulty ballcocks in the bathroom toilets.

old brass ballcocks often corrode and leak after many years.

adjusting the float arm on ballcocks controls the water level.

modern plastic ballcocks are more resistant to rust than metal ones.

you should shut off the water supply before installing new ballcocks.

noisy ballcocks usually indicate a worn washer or valve mechanism.

standard ballcocks use a floating ball to open and close the valve.

hardware stores stock various replacement ballcocks for residential use.

fill valves have largely replaced traditional ballcocks in newer models.

improperly installed ballcocks can cause toilets to run continuously.

the inspector checked the ballcocks for signs of water hammer.

he went to the basement to repair the leaking ballcocks.

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