Bathmat: meaning, definitions and examples
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bathmat
[ ˈbæθmæt ]
household item
A bathmat is a small mat placed in front of a bath or shower. Its primary function is to absorb water and provide a non-slip surface, helping to keep the bathroom dry and safe. Bathmats come in various materials, including cotton, memory foam, and synthetic fibers. They are often washable, making them easy to maintain. Additionally, bathmats can enhance the decor of the bathroom with different colors and designs.
Synonyms
bath rug, shower mat, toilet mat.
Examples of usage
- I stepped out of the shower and onto the bathmat.
- The bathmat adds a pop of color to the bathroom.
- Make sure to wash the bathmat regularly to keep it clean.
- A plush bathmat feels great underfoot after a long bath.
Translations
Translations of the word "bathmat" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tapete de banho
🇮🇳 स्नान चटाई
🇩🇪 Badematte
🇮🇩 keset mandi
🇺🇦 килимок для ванної
🇵🇱 dywanik łazienkowy
🇯🇵 バスマット
🇫🇷 tapis de bain
🇪🇸 alfombrilla de baño
🇹🇷 banyo matı
🇰🇷 욕실 매트
🇸🇦 حصيرة حمام
🇨🇿 koupelnová rohož
🇸🇰 kúpeľňová rohož
🇨🇳 浴室垫
🇸🇮 kopalni preproga
🇮🇸 baðmatta
🇰🇿 ванна кілемшесі
🇬🇪 ბანას ხალიჩა
🇦🇿 hamam xalçası
🇲🇽 tapete de baño
Etymology
The word 'bathmat' is a compound noun derived from 'bath' and 'mat'. The component 'bath' originates from the Old English 'byð', meaning a soaking or washing place, which traces back to the Proto-Germanic *bauthō, signifying a 'bath' or 'dipping'. The term 'mat' comes from the Middle English 'matte', which itself is derived from the Old French 'matte', alluding to a mat of woven materials used on floors. The combination of these two words into 'bathmat' allows for a specific emphasis on a mat designed for use in bathrooms, specifically where bathing occurs. The use of bathmats has evolved over time, becoming not only a functional item but also a decorative one, with varying styles and materials accommodating personal taste and bathroom aesthetics.