Definition

1. Noun:
   • A solid form of soap: "Bar soap" refers to soap that has been molded or pressed into a solid, rectangular, or oblong block for personal cleansing.

Usage

• Noun: Used to describe the physical form of soap, as opposed to liquid soap, soap flakes, or powdered soap. It is typically used with washing hands, face, or body.

Examples

• Noun:
  • I prefer using bar soap in the shower rather than body wash.
  • The hotel provides small bars of soap for guests.
  • This brand of bar soap is very gentle on sensitive skin.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in contexts discussing hygiene, manufacturing, retail, or environmental impact (e.g., plastic-free packaging).

Variants and Related Words

• Soap bar: A less common variant with the same meaning.
• Soap (noun): The general substance used for washing and cleaning.
• Liquid soap (noun): Soap in a fluid form, often dispensed from a pump bottle.

Synonyms

• Cake of soap: A traditional synonym.
• Tablet of soap: A less common synonym.

Notes

• "Bar soap" is a compound noun. The primary definition and usage pertain to this specific form of the product "soap."

Noun

1. soap in the form of a bar