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Where to keep the hose readily available (2,3)

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on tap

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'readily available' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for on tap that I've seen before include "Where to find a washer" , "Available whenever needed" , "Where you may see H or C" , "Constantly available like beer from keg" , "Readily available" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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