Bathroom

/ˈbæθruːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A room containing a toilet and sink, and typically also a bathtub or shower.
I need to use the bathroom before we leave for the party.
A room used for washing and personal hygiene.
She spent hours in the bathroom getting ready for her date.
Public facilities equipped with toilets and sinks.
The restroom sign indicated that the bathroom was located at the end of the hall.

Etymology

Derived from the words 'bath' and 'room', indicating a room for taking baths.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bathroom break
A short break to use the bathroom.
master bathroom
A large bathroom connected to a master bedroom.
public restroom
A bathroom available for use by the public.

Related Words

sink
A basin for washing hands and dishes.
toilet
A fixture used for the disposal of human waste.
shower
A place in the bathroom where you wash by standing under a spray of water.

Slang Meanings

loo
I need to find a loo before the movie starts.
john
He went to the john during the game.
restroom
Can I use the restroom?
water closet (WC)
Where's the nearest WC?