Meaning & Definition
noun
A large, typically rectangular container filled with water in which a person bathes.
After a long day, she loves to relax in her warm bathtub.
A structure designed for bathing, usually installed in a bathroom.
The newly renovated bathroom features a luxurious freestanding bathtub.
A small pool for soaking, sometimes found in spas or health facilities.
The spa offers a private bathtub for couples to enjoy a peaceful soak together.
Etymology
From the combination of 'bath' and 'tub'; bath from Old English 'bæð', tub from Middle English 'tubbe'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take a bath:
to bathe oneself in a bathtub.
bath time:
the time set aside for bathing, especially for children.
in hot water:
in trouble; to be in a difficult situation.
Slang Meanings
tub
I’m going to relax in the tub for a while.
suds
Fill the bathtub with suds for a bubbly experience.