washbasin

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washbasin

He washes his hands in the white washbasin.

Definition

Noun 1. A fixed basin with taps for water and a drain, used for washing hands and face: A permanent bathroom fixture, typically made of ceramic or porcelain, connected to plumbing for fresh water and wastewater. It is designed for personal hygiene tasks like washing hands and face. 2. A bowl or container for holding water for washing: A portable or fixed basin specifically intended for holding water to wash one's hands.

Examples of Usage

  • As a permanent bathroom fixture:

    • She leaned over the washbasin to brush her teeth.
    • The hotel room had a marble washbasin in the en-suite bathroom.
    • He turned on the cold tap at the washbasin to splash water on his face.

  • As a container for washing:

    • In the historical drama, the maid brought a porcelain washbasin and jug to the bedroom.
    • The campground had a shared area with a simple washbasin for washing up.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be at the washbasin": To be using the washbasin, typically for washing.
    • I'll be ready in a minute; I'm just at the washbasin.
  • The term can imply the entire fixture unit, including the basin, taps, and the surrounding counter or pedestal.
Variants and Related Words
  • Basin (n): A more general term for a wide, open container or a natural depression. Can be synonymous with in the context of a sink.
  • Sink (n): A broader term for a fixed basin with a drain, used in kitchens () or bathrooms (). is a type of sink.
  • Lavatory (n): A formal term for a room or fixture containing a toilet and washbasin. Can refer specifically to the washbasin itself in some contexts.
  • Hand basin (n): A common synonym, especially in British English.
  • Wash-hand basin (n): A British expression synonymous with .
Synonyms
  • Bathroom sink
  • Hand basin
  • Lavatory (in specific contexts)
  • Washbowl
Related Phrases
  • Washstand (n): A piece of furniture designed to hold a washbasin and a water jug, common before indoor plumbing.
  • Vanity unit (n): A bathroom cabinet that incorporates a washbasin into its countertop.
washbasin

He washes his hands in the white washbasin.

Noun
  1. a basin for washing the hands (`wash-hand basin' is a British expression)
  2. a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
    • he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face

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