water outlet

Where flow emerges

A water outlet is any point where water exits a system—a faucet, spigot, drain, or pipe opening.

In plumbing, it refers specifically to fixtures where water is dispensed for use: The bathroom has three water outlets: sink, tub, and toilet.

In geography, a water outlet is where a lake or pond drains into a stream or river.

Related
  • faucetValve controlling water flow
  • tapValve controlling liquid flow
  • spoutProjecting pouring tube
  • drainChannel for wastewater
  • drain pipeTube for waste removal

spigot · shower head · nozzle · pipe · sink · hydrant · valve · garden hose · hose · sprinkler · drip system · gutter · fountain · flow · stream · drip · splash · plumbing

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flow direction

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Amount received or consumed

water intake · inlet · inflow · water source · supply line

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