Robineau (en. Robineau)
[ʁɔ.bi.no]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A miniature faucet used in various devices.
The faucet of the coffee machine is defective.
Le robineau de la machine à café est défectueux.
A small plumbing accessory.
He replaced the faucet of the bathtub.
Il a remplacé le robineau de la baignoire.
Etymology
Derived from 'robinet', with the diminutive suffix '-eau'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
emergency faucet
A small faucet used in case of emergency.
robineau de secours
install a small faucet
To install a small faucet in a device.
installer un robineau
faucet service
Maintenance of a small faucet.
service du robineau
Related Words
tap
Device allowing the opening or closing of a water passage.
robinet
pipe
Tube used to transport liquids.
tuyau
plumbing
Art or technique related to the installation and maintenance of water systems.
plomberie
Slang Meanings
Pejorative term to refer to a small problem
This little problem in the system is really annoying.
Ce robineau dans le système, c'est vraiment ennuyeux.
Used to refer to someone of little importance
He is just the little guy in this affair.
Il ne fait que le robineau dans cette affaire.