Washroom

Pronunciation: /wɒʃruːm/

Definitions of washroom

noun a room equipped with washing and toilet facilities

Example Sentences

A1 I need to use the washroom.

A2 The washroom is located down the hall on the left.

B1 Excuse me, where is the nearest washroom?

B2 The washroom on the second floor is out of order.

C1 The washroom facilities in this hotel are top-notch.

C2 I prefer using the washroom in the office rather than the one at the gas station.

Examples of washroom in a Sentence

formal Excuse me, could you please direct me to the washroom?

informal Hey, do you know where the washroom is?

slang I gotta hit the washroom real quick.

figurative Sometimes I just need to take a mental break and go to the washroom to gather my thoughts.

Grammatical Forms of washroom

• plural: washrooms
• comparative: more washroom
• superlative: most washroom
• present tense: washroom
• future tense: will washroom
• perfect tense: have washedroom
• continuous tense: is washrooming
• singular: washroom
• positive degree: washroom
• infinitive: to washroom
• gerund: washrooming
• participle: washedroom

Origin and Evolution of washroom

First Known Use: 1890 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'washroom' is believed to have originated in North America.

Evolution of the word: Initially, 'washroom' referred specifically to a room or space designated for washing oneself. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass any room or facility where people can wash their hands or use the toilet.