Washroom: meaning, definitions and examples

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washroom

 

[ ˈwɒʃruːm ]

Context #1

in a public place

A room equipped with washing and often toilet facilities; a restroom.

Synonyms

bathroom, restroom, toilet

Examples of usage

  • I need to use the washroom before we leave.
  • The washroom was clean and well-maintained.
Context #2

in a residential setting

A room equipped with a toilet and sink for personal hygiene activities.

Synonyms

bathroom, lavatory, toilet

Examples of usage

  • The washroom is located at the end of the hallway.
  • I'll be out in a minute, just using the washroom.

Translations

Translations of the word "washroom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banheiro

🇮🇳 शौचालय

🇩🇪 Badezimmer

🇮🇩 kamar mandi

🇺🇦 ванна кімната

🇵🇱 łazienka

🇯🇵 浴室 (yokushitsu)

🇫🇷 salle de bain

🇪🇸 baño

🇹🇷 banyo

🇰🇷 화장실 (hwajangsil)

🇸🇦 حمام (ḥammām)

🇨🇿 koupelna

🇸🇰 kúpeľňa

🇨🇳 浴室 (yùshì)

🇸🇮 kopalnica

🇮🇸 baðherbergi

🇰🇿 жуынатын бөлме

🇬🇪 საპირფარეშო (sapirparesho)

🇦🇿 hamam otağı

🇲🇽 baño

Word origin

The term 'washroom' originated in North America in the late 19th century. It was initially used to refer to a room equipped for washing, but over time, it evolved to include toilet facilities as well. The word 'washroom' is a combination of 'wash' and 'room', emphasizing its primary function of personal hygiene. Today, 'washroom' is commonly used in both public and private settings to describe a space for washing and toileting.

See also: wash, washbasin, washer, washing.