Loo

/luː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A colloquial term commonly used in British English to refer to a toilet or bathroom.

I need to find a loo before the train leaves.

A place for relieving oneself, typically equipped with a toilet and other hygiene facilities.

The restaurant has a clean loo for customers.

A situation or place where people can use restroom facilities, often in public areas.

There's a public loo at the park for visitors.

British slang, possibly derived from the phrase 'guard your loos' referring to toilet facilities.

long drop loo

A type of toilet that uses a pit instead of a flush system.

loo roll

Toilet paper.

loo attendant

A person who maintains the cleanliness of a public restroom.

lavatory

A room with a toilet and washing facilities.

restroom

A public toilet, especially one in a place like a theatre or restaurant.

The bathroom.

I'm heading to the loo, be right back.

Toilet, especially in a casual context.

Where's the nearest loo around here?