drain plug

Tub hole cover

A drain plug is a removable stopper that seals an opening designed for draining liquids.

Most commonly found in vehicle oil pans, bathtubs, and sinks, the plug is removed when you want the liquid to flow out and replaced to retain it: Don't forget to replace the drain plug before adding new oil.

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bung · oil change · cleanout · oil · threaded · stripped threads · engine · O-ring · sump pump · check valve · magnetic · oil pan · torque · overflow · flange · radiator · unscrew · coolant

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fluid direction/function

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Water extending into land

fill valve · inlet valve · intake valve · supply line · filler cap

flow state

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Outlet control for emptying

petcock · spigot · release valve · tap · stopcock

fluid action

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Make something full

pour · add · replenish · refill · top up

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Top 100,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G