noun
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a room containing a bath or shower and usually a washbasin and lavatory
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another name for lavatory
Etymology
Origin of bathroom
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Example Sentences
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The products on our bathroom shelves, marketed as clean, stripped away essential bacteria.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“A purchaser has the option of retaining a huge amount of custom millwork: closets, bookcases, kitchen cabinetry, bathroom cabinets, marble counters, and high end appliances,” the listing said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
The site attracts a mix of visitors, from families seeking a sense of adventure to enthusiasts drawn by its detailed references to science fiction, including a Tardis-style bathroom and optional costumes inspired by popular franchises.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Infections are more likely to come from contaminated hands, frequently touched surfaces, airborne droplets, and items like phones used in the bathroom.
From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026
Usually she’d dash into the better bathroom ahead of him, slamming the door shut, jabbing the lock, and shrieking, “Ha, ha, ha! Beat you! You snooze, you lose!”
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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