Word: Washroom
Definition:
A washroom is a noun that refers to a room where people can wash their hands and use the toilet. It is especially used to describe a bathroom in public places like schools, restaurants, or malls.
Usage Instructions:
You can use the word "washroom" when you want to talk about going to the bathroom, especially in a public or shared setting. For example, if you're in a restaurant and need to go to the bathroom, you might ask, "Where is the washroom?"
Example Sentences: 1. "Excuse me, can you tell me where the washroom is?" 2. "The washroom in this restaurant is very clean."
Advanced Usage:
In some places, "washroom" may be used more commonly than "bathroom" or "restroom." It can sound more polite or formal. In Canada, for example, "washroom" is widely used.
Word Variants:
- Restroom: Another term often used interchangeably with washroom, especially in the United States. - Bathroom: Generally refers to a room with a toilet and often a bathtub or shower, can be used in both public and private settings.
Different Meanings:
The primary meaning of "washroom" is related to hygiene, but it does not typically have other meanings outside this context.
Synonyms:
- Restroom - Lavatory - Toilet (though "toilet" can refer to the fixture itself as well)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that use "washroom," but you might hear phrases like: - "I need to freshen up," which means to go to the washroom to wash your face or hands or use the toilet.