stopcock
US /ˈstɑːp.kɑːk/
UK /ˈstɑːp.kɑːk/

1.
torneira de corte, válvula de corte
a valve that regulates the flow of fluid through a pipe, especially one controlling the flow of water to a building or appliance.
:
•
The plumber turned off the main stopcock before starting the repair.
O encanador fechou a torneira de corte principal antes de iniciar o reparo.
•
Make sure to locate the stopcock in your home in case of a leak.
Certifique-se de localizar a torneira de corte em sua casa em caso de vazamento.