Bathroom: meaning, definitions and examples

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bathroom

 

[ ˈbɑːθruːm ]

Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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

Etymology

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.

See also: bath, bathe, bathing.