'faucet' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'faucet,' which was borrowed from Old French 'fausset,' meaning 'a bung or stopper.'

'fausset' transformed into the Middle English word 'faucet,' and eventually became the modern English word 'faucet.'

Initially, it meant 'a bung or stopper,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device for controlling the flow of liquid.'