noun a small building, typically separate from a main house, that contains a toilet
Outhouses were a common feature in households and public spaces in the past, providing a necessary facility before modern plumbing systems were developed.
Outhouses were commonly used as outdoor toilets in rural areas before indoor plumbing became widespread.
Some camping sites or remote areas may still use outhouses as a temporary toilet facility.
Outhouses are sometimes featured in folklore and stories as a setting for humorous or spooky events.
Preservation efforts may include restoring or maintaining historic outhouses as part of a property's historical significance.
In rural areas, outhouses were a practical solution for sanitation before indoor plumbing was available.
Outhouses were a common feature in colonial American households and public spaces.
In literature, the term 'outhouse' may be used to describe a rustic or primitive toilet facility, often found in rural settings or older buildings.
In psychology, the term 'outhouse' may be used metaphorically to describe repressed emotions or thoughts that are kept hidden or pushed aside.