shower stall
Definition
Noun: A shower stall is a small, enclosed area or booth, typically found in a bathroom, designed for taking a shower. It is a permanent or semi-permanent structure that provides privacy and contains water spray within its boundaries.
Usage
A shower stall is a specific type of shower installation. It is used to describe the physical compartment itself, not the act of showering or the showerhead. * It is often contrasted with a bathtub or a bathtub/shower combination. * It can be constructed from materials like fiberglass, acrylic, tile, or glass.
Examples
- The master bathroom features a large glass shower stall.
- We are renovating and replacing the old tub with a walk-in shower stall.
- Please squeegee the walls of the shower stall after you use it to prevent water spots.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in real estate listings, home improvement contexts, and product descriptions for bathroom fixtures.
- It can be modified by adjectives describing its type: .
Variants and Related Words
- Shower (noun): This is the broader term. It can refer to the stall itself, the act of washing, or the equipment (e.g., "take a shower," "the shower is broken"). A shower stall is a type of shower enclosure.
- Shower enclosure (noun): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with shower stall.
- Shower cubicle (noun): Another synonym, common in British English.
- Shower booth (noun): A less common synonym.
Synonyms
- Shower enclosure
- Shower cubicle
Antonyms
- Bathtub
- Tub
Related Phrases
- Walk-in shower: A type of shower stall, often without a door or with a very low threshold.
- Shower pan: The base or floor of a shower stall.
Noun
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booth for washing yourself, usually in a bathroom
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