toilet room
A 'toilet room' is commonly used in British English to refer to a small, private space equipped with a toilet and often a sink, used for personal hygiene.
Definition
A2General
(common, British English)A small, private space containing a toilet and often a sink, used for personal hygiene and sanitation.
Example
- He excused himself to use the toilet room.
- The toilet room was located at the end of the hallway.
B2Historical
(historical)A room for dressing and grooming, often used before an important event.
Example
- In the 18th century, the toilet room was where one prepared for social gatherings.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "toilet room":
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