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bathroom

American  
[bath-room, -room, bahth-] / ˈbæθˌrum, -ˌrʊm, ˈbɑθ- /

noun

  1. a room equipped for taking a bath or shower.

  2. toilet.


idioms

  1. go to / use the bathroom, to use the toilet; urinate or defecate.

bathroom British  
/ ˈbɑːθˌruːm, -ˌrʊm /

noun

  1. a room containing a bath or shower and usually a washbasin and lavatory

  2. another name for lavatory

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Etymology

Origin of bathroom

First recorded in 1690–1700; bath 1 + room

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Even the bathroom creates a memorable photo moment: The stalls are filled with photos of musicians and an “on air” studio sign lights up when a stall is occupied.

From Los Angeles Times

The home features six bedrooms and nine bathrooms, as well as a luxurious chef’s kitchen, a home theater, two wine rooms, and a full gym.

From MarketWatch

Auditors said he offered various explanations for going where he did, such as meal or bathroom breaks and to check on licensed stores.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The tiles and the bathroom roof were literally lifting up and slamming back down - it was just so quick".

From BBC

When the company “could not or would not, for lack of common sense … follow all the directions,” Leah brought her hosts, and a few more experienced believers, into an adjoining bathroom.

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