Bath: meaning, definitions and examples

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bath

[ bɑːθ ]

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in a bathroom

A large container for water, used for immersing and washing the body.

Synonyms

bathtub, soaking tub, tub

Examples of usage

She filled the bath with warm water and bubbles.
I prefer to take a bath rather than a shower.

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in a house

A room containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and toilet.

Synonyms

bathroom, restroom, washroom

Examples of usage

The master bedroom has an en-suite bath.
She is renovating the guest bath.

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cleaning

To wash (someone) while immersing him or her in a container of water.

Synonyms

cleanse, shower, wash

Examples of usage

I need to bath my dog.
The nurse bathed the patient gently.

Translations

Translations of the word "bath" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banho

🇮🇳 स्नान

🇩🇪 Bad

🇮🇩 mandi

🇺🇦 ванна

🇵🇱 kąpiel

🇯🇵 風呂

🇫🇷 bain

🇪🇸 baño

🇹🇷 banyo

🇰🇷 목욕

🇸🇦 حمام

🇨🇿 koupel

🇸🇰 kúpeľ

🇨🇳 洗澡

🇸🇮 kopel

🇮🇸 bað

🇰🇿 жуыну

🇬🇪 აბაზანა

🇦🇿 hamam

🇲🇽 baño

Word origin

The word 'bath' originated from the Old English word 'bæð', which itself came from the Proto-Germanic word 'badan'. The concept of bathing for cleanliness and relaxation has been an integral part of human culture for centuries, with ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Romans valuing communal baths for socializing and hygiene.