washroom

noun

wash·​room ˈwȯsh-ˌrüm How to pronounce washroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m,
ˈwäsh-
: a room that is equipped with washing and toilet facilities : lavatory

Examples of washroom in a Sentence

could you tell me where the washroom is?
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Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of washroom was in 1806

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“Washroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washroom. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

washroom

noun
wash·​room ˈwȯsh-ˌrüm How to pronounce washroom (audio)
ˈwäsh-,
-ˌru̇m
: a room with sinks and toilets : lavatory

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