bathroom

[ bath-room, -room, bahth- ]

noun

1. a room equipped for taking a bath or shower.
2. toilet ( def 2 ).

bathroom

/ ˈbɑːθˌruːm; -ˌrʊm /

noun

1. a room containing a bath or shower and usually a washbasin and lavatory
2. another name for lavatory

Word History and Origins

Origin of bathroom¹

First recorded in 1690–1700; bath ¹ + room

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. go to / use the bathroom, to use the toilet; urinate or defecate.

Example Sentences

“Early on, we got a call from somebody who was hiding in the bathroom from an abusive partner and was unsure if she could call 911 and called our hotline instead,” Artega said.

From Salon

She will never forgive me for making her lie on the bathroom floor covered in blood.

From Salon

I am that kind of person; the famous weekly has been around my whole life, issues piled on the bathroom counter or lying open on the kitchen table, and I eventually read them as well.

From Los Angeles Times

Reese said she managed to lock herself in Smith’s bathroom, who told her she was outside the door with her pants down.

From Los Angeles Times

“I got it in every bathroom now for our players.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• lavatory
• powder room
• restroom
• toilet
• washroom
• water closet