baths

word · lemma: bath

/ˈbæθs/
baths
/bˈɑːθ/
bahths

Definition

The plural of 'bath': large containers you fill with water and sit or lie in to wash yourself, or the acts of washing yourself in this way. Also refers to places with public bathing facilities.

Usage & Nuances

'Baths' can mean multiple bathtubs, several bath times, or public bathing houses/facilities ('Roman baths'). Not the same as 'showers.' Common collocations: 'take baths,' 'public baths.' In UK, 'bath' refers more to the tub; in the US, can also mean the act ('take a bath').

Example Sentences

There are two baths in our house.

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Children love taking baths with bubbles.

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Some hotels have big baths in the bathrooms.

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After a long day, hot baths help me relax.

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The city is famous for its Roman baths.

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We took turns giving the kids their evening baths.

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