gentlemen's room
The term 'gentlemen's room' has evolved from referring to a private or waiting room for men to commonly being used as a euphemism for a men's restroom.
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Definition
B2Public Facilities
(formal, dated)A restroom designated for use by men.
Example
- He excused himself to use the gentlemen's room.
C1Historical
(formal, dated)A private room or waiting area reserved for men, often in a public building.
Example
- In the 19th century, railway stations often had a gentlemen's room for male travelers.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gentlemen's room":
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