washbasin

noun

wash·​ba·​sin ˈwȯsh-ˌbā-sᵊn How to pronounce washbasin (audio)
ˈwäsh-

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Everything is custom designed, including the washbasin, mirrors, and the walk-in closet. Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2026 With a plastic washbasin and a pot from her kitchen, Elsa Sarango joins the neighbors’ protest while waiting in line for the water truck. Ana María Cañizares, CNN Money, 16 July 2025 Inside, the faucets and washbasins that adorn each room still bear witness to its past existence. April Clare Welsh, SPIN, 3 July 2024 Diane von Furstenberg climbs atop the bathroom counter, plants her bare feet in the washbasin and assesses herself in the mirror. Brent Lang, Variety, 21 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for washbasin

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First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of washbasin was in 1812

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

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washbasin

noun
wash·​ba·​sin ˈwȯsh-ˌbās-ᵊn How to pronounce washbasin (audio)
ˈwäsh-

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