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toilet

 

[ ˈtɔɪlɪt ]

Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

in a bathroom

A toilet is a large bowl with a seat that you sit on or stand near when you get rid of waste substances from your body.

Synonyms

bathroom, lavatory, loo

Examples of usage

  • I need to use the toilet.
  • The toilet is clogged.
Context #2 | Noun

as a fixture

A toilet is a fixture used for the disposal of human waste, consisting of a bowl and a flush mechanism.

Synonyms

commode, privy, restroom

Examples of usage

  • The toilet won't stop running.
  • Please remember to flush the toilet after use.

Translations

Translations of the word "toilet" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banheiro

🇮🇳 शौचालय (shauchalay)

🇩🇪 Toilette

🇮🇩 toilet

🇺🇦 туалет

🇵🇱 toaleta

🇯🇵 トイレ (toire)

🇫🇷 toilettes

🇪🇸 baño

🇹🇷 tuvalet

🇰🇷 화장실 (hwajangsil)

🇸🇦 حمام (ḥammām)

🇨🇿 toaleta

🇸🇰 toaleta

🇨🇳 厕所 (cèsuǒ)

🇸🇮 stranišče

🇮🇸 klósett

🇰🇿 дәретхана (dӓrethana)

🇬🇪 ტუალეტი (tualeti)

🇦🇿 tualet

🇲🇽 baño

Etymology

The word 'toilet' originated from the French word 'toilette', which means a dressing room. Over time, the meaning shifted to include the act of washing oneself and eventually to the modern usage of a device for waste disposal. The concept of toilets dates back to ancient civilizations such as the Indus Valley Civilization, where early forms of toilets were found. The development of modern flushing toilets began in the 16th century and has since become a crucial part of sanitation and hygiene.

See also: toil, toiling.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,602 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.