Meaning of hydrant in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈhaɪdrənt/

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1. Noun

   hydrant

   Etymology

   early 19th century (originally US): formed irregularly from hydro-‘relating to water’ + -ant

   Definitions

   1. a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask
2. 2. a discharge pipe with a valve and spout at which water may be drawn from the mains of waterworks