Bath

/bæθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A wash or immersion in a liquid, typically water, for cleansing the body.
After a long day at work, she relished a relaxing bath to unwind.
A large container, usually filled with water, used for bathing.
The antique bathtub was the centerpiece of the luxurious bathroom.
A session or experience of bathing.
He enjoys taking a bath every Sunday evening as part of his relaxation routine.
The act of bathing or soaking in water.
The kids had a fun bath time playing with their rubber ducks.
A body of water, typically a small one, used for relaxation or therapeutic purposes.
They visited the natural hot springs for a refreshing bath.
verb
To wash or immerse oneself in a liquid.
She likes to bath before going to bed.
To apply a liquid or wash to something.
He decided to bath the dog in warm soapy water.

Etymology

Old English 'baþ', related to the verb 'bathe'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take a bath
To wash oneself in a bath.
bath time
A designated time for bathing, usually for children.
bubble bath
A bath that includes bubbles from bath products.

Related Words

bathtub
A receptacle for water in which one may bathe.
bathe
To wash oneself in water.
bubble bath
A bath in which bubbles are created by soap.

Slang Meanings

To take a long, relaxing time in the bath.
She had a tough week, so she decided to just bath all weekend.
To waste time idly in the bath.
He's just bathin’ in his own thoughts instead of getting work done.