communal shower
A 'communal shower' is commonly found in places where group living or shared facilities are the norm, such as gyms, dormitories, and camps.
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Definition
B2Public Facilities
(general)A shared bathing area where multiple people can shower simultaneously, often without individual stalls.
Example
- The gym has a communal shower that members can use after their workouts.
- Freshmen in the dormitory had to get used to the communal shower arrangement.
C1Metaphorical
(informal)A shared experience or rite of passage, often related to group living situations.
Example
- For many, using a communal shower in college is a memorable rite of passage.
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