toilet water

noun

1. a scented liquid used as a light perfume; cologne.

toilet water

noun

1. a form of liquid perfume lighter than cologne Also calledeau de toilette Compare cologne

Word History and Origins

Origin of toilet water¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

She dabbed toilet water behind her ears and plucked at her cheeks.

From Literature

Then, intelligent people will be an endangered species and President Comacho will be riding on a Harley while worried about toilet water.

From Salon

When those tunnels are overwhelmed by rainwater, they release everything — rain, sink and toilet water — into the Seine.

From Seattle Times

Twice a month, I'd find a bright red splash mixed in with the clear toilet water.

From Salon

“Are you washing your hands with toilet water?!” one of my guests sputtered.

From Los Angeles Times