washstand

[ wosh-stand, wawsh- ]

noun

1. a piece of furniture holding a basin, pitcher, etc., for use in washing washing one's hands and face.
2. a stationary fixture having faucets with running water, for the same purpose.

washstand

/ ˈwɒʃˌstænd /

noun

1. a piece of furniture designed to hold a basin, etc, for washing the face and hands

Word History and Origins

Origin of washstand¹

First recorded in 1820–30; wash + stand

Example Sentences

He did not suspect that the quinine went into the fire, and the cholagogue down the drain-pipe from the washstand.

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For answer Betty made a dash for Grace, pulled her to her feet, and pushed her over to the washstand.

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The family had three bedrooms, but none would permit the placing of a washstand in them.

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"We've got to kill that snake," observed Dick, after the reptile had disappeared for a moment under a washstand.

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The sponge is used for the bath, the wash rag for the washstand.

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