bathing tub

Thân thiện

A child splashes happily in the bathing tub.

Definition

Noun A large, open container designed to hold water for the purpose of washing the entire body. It is typically a permanent or semi-permanent fixture in a bathroom.

Usage

The term "bathing tub" refers specifically to the container itself. It is used in contexts discussing bathroom fixtures, hygiene, home design, or relaxation. - One bathes or takes a bath in a bathing tub. - The tub is filled with water. - It is often simply called a bathtub or tub.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "to draw a bath": This phrase means to fill the bathing tub with water.
  • He drew a hot bath to soothe his muscles.

Variants and Related Words

• Bathtub (n): The most common and modern synonym for "bathing tub." It is often used interchangeably.
• Tub (n): A common, informal shortening of "bathtub."
• Bath (n): Can refer to the act of washing in a tub or, in British English, to the bathing tub itself (e.g., "Have you cleaned the bath?").

Synonyms

• Bathtub
• Tub

Related Phrases

• Soaking tub: A deep bathing tub designed for full immersion and relaxation.
• Clawfoot tub: A classic style of freestanding bathing tub with feet, often made of cast iron.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bathtub
• bath
• tub