What is commonly known as a hose bib?

A hose bib is specifically designed as an outdoor faucet that allows you to connect a garden hose for watering plants, washing vehicles, and other outdoor tasks. It is typically installed on the exterior of a building and is recognizable by its threaded opening, which allows for easy attachment of hose fittings.

This type of faucet is engineered to withstand outdoor conditions and often incorporates a simple design that enables easy usage and maintenance. The hose bib connects directly to the outdoor water supply, providing a convenient point for accessing water outside the home.

Other choices, such as indoor faucets or plumbing valves, serve different purposes within the plumbing system and do not have the same functionality or location. A drainage system component, while essential in plumbing, is unrelated to how hose bibs operate or are used. Thus, identifying a hose bib specifically as an outdoor faucet emphasizes its unique role in outdoor water supply.