potty

word

Definition

A small toilet or bowl used by very young children who are learning to use the bathroom.

Usage & Nuances

Used mostly for young children, especially during potty training. Informal or child-directed. In British English, can also mean slightly crazy ("a bit potty"), but this is rare in American English. Main collocation: "potty training".

Example Sentences

The child sat on the potty before bedtime.

basic

We are starting potty training this week.

basic

He likes his blue potty.

basic

Don’t forget to empty the potty after she uses it.

natural

Every parent finds potty training a bit challenging at first.

natural

She clapped when her son finally used the potty by himself!

natural