Tap water meaning in English

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Definition

tap water: water from the faucet, from the metal part of a sink where water comes out noun

Examples

  • "Icarus : Would you like mineral water, spring water, tap water or club soda?"
Exercise 1
Match the job description to the job title!

I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a .

I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a .

I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a .
Match the job description to the job title!

I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a builder 1.

I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a plumber 2.

I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a painter 3.
1 builder: "Builder" is the best choice here. A "builder" is a construction worker who erects buildings and other structures. Note that the verb "to build" is irregular: build/built/built. The term "builder" is used in the UK. The US equivalent is "construction worker".
1 plumber: Plumbers work with pipes; they don't build houses.
1 painter: Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls.
2 plumber: "Plumber" is the correct answer. A "plumber" is a worker who installs and fixes pipes and equipment relating to the water supply, especially inside the home. If your sink is leaking water on to the floor, you should call a plumber!
2 builder: Builders do not work specifically with water.
2 painter: Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls.
3 painter: This is the right choice here. Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls. Example: "The painter painted the walls in my bedroom bright yellow, and now I can't get to sleep at night!".
3 builder: A "builder" is a construction worker who erects buildings and other structures. This isn't the right choice here.
3 plumber: A "plumber" is a worker who installs and fixes pipes and equipment relating to the water supply. This isn't the right choice here.

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