bubble bath
Americannoun
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a crystal, powder, or liquid preparation that foams in, scents, and softens bathwater.
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a bath with such a preparation added to the water.
noun
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a powder, liquid, or crystals used to scent, soften, and foam in bath water
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a bath to which such a substance has been added
Etymology
Origin of bubble bath
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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By that point, however, Harris had moved into his brain and drawn a relaxing bubble bath.
From Salon • Sep. 11, 2024
He drives the Old Lady’s automobile, enjoys a bubble bath and receives lessons in arithmetic and other subjects.
From New York Times • Mar. 22, 2024
In a shelter, she sees herself returning to simple joys others take for granted — a bubble bath, a locked door, and in time, maybe going back to work.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 20, 2023
Then maybe take a bubble bath and get into bed.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2023
At the Richardson house were overstuffed sofas so deep you could sink into them as if into a bubble bath.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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