water closet
The term "water closet" originated in the 18th century and is commonly abbreviated as WC. It refers to both a flush toilet and a room containing such a toilet.
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Definition
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(chiefly British, formal)A room containing a flush toilet.
Example
- Please use the water closet down the hall if you need to freshen up.
B2General
(chiefly British, formal)A flush toilet itself.
Example
- The water closet is out of order, so please use the restroom upstairs.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "water closet":
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