showerhead

noun

show·​er·​head ˈshau̇(-ə)r-ˌhed How to pronounce showerhead (audio)
: a fixture for directing the spray of water in a bathroom shower

Examples of showerhead in a Sentence

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Allow the showerhead to soak for at least four hours; overnight is better. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 28 June 2026 For a spa-like retreat, consider a home sauna or a massaging showerhead. — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 Each showerhead comes with a pre-installed filter, and for best results, the filter should be replaced every 60 days. — ABC News, 13 June 2026 This scale quickly clogs ordinary solar stills, much like calcium buildup ruins your bathroom showerhead. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for showerhead

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of showerhead was in 1865

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“Showerhead.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showerhead. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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