The bathroom



Example: Bathroom provides facilities for washing and hygiene

Definition


"The bathroom" refers to a room in a house or public place equipped with facilities such as a toilet, sink, and often a bathtub or shower, designed primarily for personal hygiene and washing.

Etymology


The term "the bathroom" originates from the combination of 'bath,' derived from the Old English 'bæð,' meaning a place for washing, and 'room,' meaning an enclosed space. Historically, bathrooms evolved from simple washing areas to modern hygiene facilities.

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"The bathroom" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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