bidet

American

[bee-dey, bih-det] / biˈdeɪ, bɪˈdɛt /

noun

a low, basinlike bathroom fixture that provides a water stream for bathing the genital and anal areas, or a device attached to a standard toilet that performs the same function.
a small saddle horse.

bidet British

/ ˈbiːdeɪ /

noun

a small low basin for washing the genitals and anal area

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Etymology

Origin of bidet

First recorded in 1620–30; from Middle French: literally, “pony”; akin to Old French bider “to trot”; further origin unknown

Example Sentences

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But trying it made me more gut-curious, and if it were integrated into a bidet, I would be more interested.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

The bidet also helps make it more comfortable and accessible.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2025

The Washlet, Toto's flagship bidet toilet, includes features like an automatic lid, an air dryer and pressure controls for the bidet's water stream.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2024

To replace plastic-wrapped toilet paper, opt for a bidet, Jackson says.

From Washington Post • Mar. 23, 2023

The sole purpose of a bidet is to wash your ass, but they don’t have them in America.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi

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