# washroom

/ˈwɑʃˌɹum/ (US) · /wˈɒʃɹuːm/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/washroom
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

a room in a building where you can wash your hands and face. It is a polite or formal way to say 'toilet' or 'bathroom'.

For teachers: a room containing a washbasin and typically a mirror, used for washing the hands and face. Often used as a euphemism for a toilet or bathroom in professional or formal contexts.

## Examples

- The washroom is located just down the hallway to the left.
- After the long flight, the passengers were relieved to find a clean washroom in the terminal.
- The hotel lobby features a spacious marble washroom designed for guests to freshen up before entering the main dining hall for the evening gala.

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