straytap

noun
UK /ˈstreɪ.tæp/
US /ˈstreɪ.tæp/

A straytap is a little tap that water comes out of when you press it.

She pressed the straytap and cold water splashed into her cup.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A tap that has come loose from its pipe and wanders off.

The plumber found a straytap leaking under the old house.

3. A small tool used to cut threads inside a hole.

He used a straytap to make the screw fit tightly.

4. A light knock or pat with the fingers.

She gave the door a straytap to see if anyone was home.