washroom

noun

wash·​room ˈwȯsh-ˌrüm How to pronounce washroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m, 
ˈwäsh-
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: a room that is equipped with washing and toilet facilities : lavatory

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At least the Sox honored his request to install bidets in the clubhouse washroom, so there’s that. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026 Investigators say that about half an hour earlier the victim was in the washroom at the Walgreens when the two teens went in. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026 Budget and Classic classes share a toilet and two additional basin-only washrooms located at the end of each car. — Emily Manthei, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026 Meanwhile, Miele appliances accent the gourmet kitchen, and smart toilets turn each washroom into a tech-forward sanctuary. — Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for washroom

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First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of washroom was in 1806

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washroom

noun
wash·​room ˈwȯsh-ˌrüm How to pronounce washroom (audio)
ˈwäsh-, 
-ˌru̇m
: a room with sinks and toilets : lavatory

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