Spigotted
/ˈspɪɡətɪd/noun
Fitted with or equipped with one or more spigots.
Did you know?A spigot’s name is linked to the same ancient family as “spike,” reflecting the pointed plug or peg once used to stop a cask or pipe.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*spey-
“A reconstructed root associated with pointed or sharp objects.”
Classical Latin
Latin
spīca
“A spike, ear of grain, or pointed object.”
Medieval Latin / Old French
Old French
espigot
“A small spike or peg; the term developed into the name for a tap or plug.”
14th Century
Middle English
spigot
“A peg, plug, or tap used to stop or control a cask or pipe.”
Modern English
English
spigot
“A tap or valve controlling the flow of liquid.”
Modern English
English
spigotted
“Fitted with or provided with a spigot.”