Bathroom: meaning, definitions and examples

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bathroom

[ ˈbɑːθruːm ]

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in a house

A room containing a bath or shower and typically also a washbasin and a toilet.

Synonyms

restroom, toilet, washroom

Examples of usage

I need to use the bathroom.
The bathroom is upstairs.

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in a public place

A room or building equipped with one or more toilets and sinks for use by the public.

Synonyms

lavatory, restroom, toilet

Examples of usage

The bathroom in this restaurant is very clean.
Please use the bathroom before we leave.

Translations

Translations of the word "bathroom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banheiro

🇮🇳 बाथरूम

🇩🇪 Badezimmer

🇮🇩 kamar mandi

🇺🇦 ванна кімната

🇵🇱 łazienka

🇯🇵 バスルーム

🇫🇷 salle de bain

🇪🇸 cuarto de baño

🇹🇷 banyo

🇰🇷 욕실

🇸🇦 حمام

🇨🇿 koupelna

🇸🇰 kúpeľňa

🇨🇳 浴室

🇸🇮 kopalnica

🇮🇸 baðherbergi

🇰🇿 ванна бөлмесі

🇬🇪 აბაზანა

🇦🇿 vanna otağı

🇲🇽 cuarto de baño

Word origin

The word 'bathroom' originated in the mid-18th century from the combination of 'bath' and 'room'. It is used to refer to a room where one can take a bath or shower, as well as attend to personal hygiene. The concept of a private bathroom within a home became more common in the 20th century, reflecting changes in sanitation and privacy practices.