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- [lav-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee]
- /ˈlæv əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i/
- /ˈlæv.ə.tər.i/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lav-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee]
- /ˈlæv əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i/
Definitions of lavatory word
- noun plural lavatory a room fitted with equipment for washing the hands and face and usually with flush toilet facilities. 1
- noun plural lavatory a flush toilet; water closet. 1
- noun plural lavatory a bowl or basin with running water for washing or bathing purposes; washbowl. 1
- noun plural lavatory any place where washing is done. 1
- noun lavatory A room or compartment with a toilet and washbasin; a bathroom. 1
- noun lavatory toilet 1
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Origin of lavatory
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English lavatorie < Late Latin lavātōrium washing-place, equivalent to Latin lavā(re) to wash + -tōrium -tory2
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Parts of speech for Lavatory
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lavatory popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
lavatory usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lavatory
noun lavatory
- latrine — a toilet or something used as a toilet, as a trench in the earth in a camp, or bivouac area.
- toilet — a bathroom fixture consisting of a bowl, usually with a detachable, hinged seat and lid, and a device for flushing with water, used for defecation and urination.
- shower — a person or thing that shows.
- powder room — a room containing a toilet and washing facilities for women; lavatory.
- restroom — rooms or a room having a washbowl, toilet, and other facilities for use by employees, visitors, etc., as in a store, theater, or office.
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