washroom (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈwɒʃˌrʊm/
Definition
A room, typically in a public building or restaurant, containing a toilet and a sink.
Examples
Excuse me, where is the nearest washroom?
Please wait here while I check the washroom.
The washroom facilities were clean and well-maintained.
Regional English
- CanE washroom (Canada) context: toilet or restroom equivalent: restroom Washroom is the usual Canadian public word for a toilet or restroom.
- AmE restroom (United States) context: toilet or restroom equivalent: toilet Restroom is a polite American word for a public toilet.
- AmE bathroom (United States) context: toilet or restroom equivalent: toilet Bathroom is a common American word for a toilet, even without a bath.
- BrE toilet (United Kingdom) context: toilet or restroom equivalent: restroom Toilet is a normal British word for the room or fixture.
How to Use washroom
- use the washroom (collocation)
- To go to the toilet. — "I'll just use the washroom quickly."
- washroom facilities (collocation)
- The toilets and sinks available in a place. — "The hotel offers excellent washroom facilities for guests."
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