toilet (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtɔɪlət/

Definition

A fixed bowl that is connected to a pipe and that you use in a bathroom to remove human waste.

Examples

• Please close the lid of the toilet after use.

• The hotel room had a private toilet and sink.

• Can you show me where the toilet is?

How to Use toilet

use the toilet (prepositional phrase)

To perform bodily functions in a toilet. — "He went to use the toilet."

flush the toilet (collocation)

To make water flow through the toilet to remove waste. — "Don't forget to flush the toilet."

go to the toilet (collocation)

To move to the place where the toilet is located. — "I have to go to the toilet."

Synonyms of toilet

Words with a similar meaning to toilet:

• loo
• restroom
• lavatory
• WC

Antonyms of toilet

Words with the opposite meaning to toilet:

• urinal

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