bathrooms

word · lemma: bathroom

/ˈbæˌθɹumz/
BATH-roomz
/bˈɑːθɹuːmz/
BAHTH-roomz

Definition

Rooms in a building or house that contain a toilet, and often a sink, shower, or bathtub.

Usage & Nuances

"Bathrooms" in US English usually means rooms with a toilet, not necessarily with a bath. In public places, people may also say "restroom" or "washroom." In British English, "toilets" is more common for public facilities.

Example Sentences

All the bathrooms were busy, so I had to wait.

natural

Some restaurants keep their bathrooms locked for customers only.

natural

We renovated the bathrooms to make them more modern and comfortable.

natural

There are two bathrooms in our house.

basic

The school has clean bathrooms for students.

basic

The bathrooms are next to the kitchen.

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