bath mat

[ bath, bahth ]

noun

1. a mat or washable rug used to stand on when entering or leaving a bath.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bath mat¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

A genuine old cork bedroom suite, comprising one bath-mat, will also be included in the sale.

From Project Gutenberg

Failing this, they might leave some kind of address in indelible letters on the bath-mat.

From Project Gutenberg

If there is a bathroom, one bath mat and toilet paper in the holder.

From Project Gutenberg