toilet roll
Definition
Noun: A toilet roll is a cylindrical roll of perforated toilet paper, typically wound around a cardboard tube, designed for convenient dispensing in a bathroom.
Usage
The term toilet roll refers specifically to the physical roll of paper. It is commonly used when discussing household items, shopping, or bathroom necessities. - Could you please buy a new toilet roll when you go to the store? - The toilet roll holder is empty; we need to replace it.
Advanced Usage
- "to be on the last toilet roll": to have only one roll remaining in supply.
- We're on the last toilet roll; we must add it to the shopping list.
Variants and Related Words
- Toilet paper (n): The paper itself, which is the material on the roll. While related, "toilet paper" is the general product, and a "toilet roll" is one specific unit of it.
- This brand of toilet paper is very soft. (Refers to the product type.)
- Hand me a new toilet roll, please. (Refers to the specific roll object.)
Synonyms
- Loo roll (n, chiefly British): Informal synonym for toilet roll.
- Bathroom tissue roll (n): A more formal or descriptive term.
Noun
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a roll of toilet paper
