Meaning & Definition of word "Toilet"

Toilet

/ˈtɔɪ.lɪt/

noun:

  • 1. A fixture or small room containing a seat and a bowl, for defecation and urination.
    • Example: He went to the toilet to wash his hands.
  • 2. A public facility containing such fixtures.
    • Example: The restaurant has clean toilets for customers.
  • 3. A small, enclosed space equipped with a washbasin and often a mirror, where one can perform personal hygiene activities.
    • Example: She applied her makeup in the toilet before the meeting.

verb:

  • 1. To wash, clean, or groom oneself.
    • Example: She took a few minutes to toilet before heading out.

Etymology

From French 'toilette', meaning a small cloth, later come to refer to washing oneself.

Common Phrases and Expressions

toilet paper:

Paper used for cleaning oneself after using the toilet.

flush the toilet:

To activate the mechanism that disposes of waste in the toilet.

toilet humor:

Jokes that are considered crude or related to bodily functions.

Related Words

lavatory:

A room equipped with a toilet.

bathroom:

A room containing a bath and/or a toilet.

restroom:

A public toilet or washroom.

Slang Meanings of toilet

Meaning: the john

Example Sentence: Excuse me, I need to go to the john.

Meaning: the loo

Example Sentence: Where's the loo around here?

Meaning: the throne

Example Sentence: He spent too long on the throne during the game.

Meaning: the restroom

Example Sentence: I'll be right back; I need to use the restroom.

Meaning: the powder room

Example Sentence: She went to the powder room to freshen up.