The bathtub



Example: The bathtub fills with warm water

Definition


The bathtub is a large container designed to hold water for the purpose of bathing. It is typically found in bathrooms and allows a person to sit or lie down while washing. "The bathtub" fills with warm water for a comfortable bathing experience.

Etymology


The term "the bathtub" comes from combining "bath," which originates from the Old English word 'bæð' meaning a washing or immersion, and "tub," from the Old English 'tubbe,' referring to a large vessel or container. Did you know that early bathtubs were often made from wood or metal before the modern ceramic and acrylic versions?

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"The bathtub" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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